Proving Your Energy is Green

Why Verification Matters

Simply stating that your business uses green energy is no longer enough. Stakeholders, including clients, investors, and employees, demand proof. REGO certificates provide that verification, showing that each MWh of electricity consumed comes from a renewable source.

Without verification, businesses risk accusations of greenwashing, undermining trust and credibility. Combining REGO-backed energy with proportional tree planting strengthens both credibility and environmental impact.

How to Verify Your Energy Supply

• Request REGO certificates from your energy supplier. Each certificate corresponds to 1 MWh of renewable electricity.
• Ensure certificates are retired on your behalf, confirming the renewable attribute is used for your consumption.
• Maintain records for sustainability reporting, audits, and internal tracking.
• Pair your REGO-backed energy usage with proportional tree planting for tangible carbon offset claims.

Plant 4 the Planet helps businesses navigate the verification process, providing guidance on supplier coordination, certificate retirement, and impact tracking.

Communicating Verified Green Energy

Verification is only valuable if communicated effectively. Businesses can:

• Include REGO-backed energy use in sustainability reports and ESG documentation.
• Share tree planting metrics alongside REGO verification to show tangible impact.
• Highlight verified renewable energy in client communications and marketing materials.
• Use internal dashboards to keep employees informed and engaged in sustainability goals.

This approach ensures transparency, strengthens stakeholder trust, and demonstrates a meaningful commitment to environmental responsibility.

Common Challenges and Solutions

• Challenge: Confusion over certificate allocation.
  Solution: Work with a trusted provider like Plant 4 The Planet to manage REGO certificates and retirement.
• Challenge: Communicating renewable usage without appearing greenwashed.
  Solution: Pair REGO-backed energy with measurable tree planting impact.
• Challenge: Understanding technical documentation.
  Solution: We simplify REGO reports and provide clear summaries for internal and external use.

With guidance, businesses can confidently verify and communicate their renewable energy use while maximising environmental benefits.