FAQ
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► What is Greeneum's vision?
GREENEUM's vision is to create an efficient, decenterlised and netzero carbon energy market by blockchain and AI.
► How will Greeneum achieve its vision?
The GREENEUM Energy platform is a complete solution to the current and future energy market. Our work ranges from a solar panel on a single rooftop to global scale production models. GREENEUM's platform includes three key features:
• GREENEUM's Net.
• Blockchain and smart contract technology to record (meta-data) and validate energy production and consumption.
• GREENEUM's AI / Machine learning algorithms to analyze and produce insights and accurate predictions that allow grid and storage optimization.
GREEN is a newly introduced cryptocurrency monetizing renewable energy token, based on Ethereum.
► What is the Greeneum solution?
GREENEUM builds two systems: The GREENEUM local energy trading system, and the GREENEUM global data system.
► What is the Greeneum Energy Trading System?
Energy Trading on the GREENEUM system takes place on the electrical grid as well as the GREENEUM blockchain network. Electrical data is confirmed through a validation process, where the energy is profiled and verified. The validated data is recorded on the blockchain. The system runs periodic calculations of production and consumption on the grid and enables consumers to directly pay producers with GREENEUM Tokens. Producers of Green energy are rewarded with additional tokens, called, GREENEUM bonds, and receive GREENEUM Carbon Credits for users consumption of Green energy.
► What is the Greeneum Global Data System?
The data system is global and operates on the GREENEUM Network. The system records validated meta-data on the blockchain. The validated data can be used with AI processing to generate predictions and in-depth actionable insights. A producer of green energy that sends valid data to the system will receive a GREENEUM Certificate for their Green production. This certificate has a corresponding GREENEUM carbon credit associated with it. The producer can sell the certificate for GREENEUM Tokens in the marketplace.
► What is the Greeneum Network?
GREENEUM blockchain network is a decentralized energy network, allowing producers, consumers, traders, utility companies and other stakeholders to interact freely, securely which strenthens transparency and trust. GREENEUM changes the way energy is recorded, distributed, transacted and used.
► What is GREEN?
GREEN is a new (ERC20) utility network token, based on Ethereum, that is needed to access and trade in the network. GREEN is a newly introduced Ethereum-based ledger that monetizes and mobilizes the renewable energy market. GREEN utilizes smart contracts and AI. GREEN is the payment currency for energy trading, sharing energy data and for purchasing GREENEUM’s insights and predictions.
► What are Greeneum Certificates and Carbon Credits?
GREENEUM certificates are issued by the system after energy is validated as Green. It determines the energy source, amount and corresponding GREENEUM Carbon Credits. For energy trading, consumers are granted carbon credits. Throughout the data flow producers can sell them in the marketplace.
► How does Greeneum collect energy production data?
There are several ways that production data can be collected, each with varying time resolution and accuracy. The production data collection will be separated into three main levels of varying accuracy. In order of verification level they are: System registration - with proved parameters of address, type and capacity. . Inverter data - according to the device. GREENEUM IoT - records additional live environmental parameters.
► Who can use Greeneum?
Utility companies, grid operators and users can trade energy and data directly with each other or obtain real-time energy tracking. Global energy trading markets are part of the GREENEUM Network and can benefit from more accurate predictions and actionable insights.
► Why should energy companies join Greeneum?
The GREENEUM network enables energy companies to offer customers the ability to trade electricity freely with one another. Utility companies and grid operators will obtain real-time energy tracking and predictions when energy is traded on the network. Stakeholders in the energy universe can drive efficiencies, save millions of dollars which impacts the global renewable energy marketplace. Off-grid application and integration features of the GREENEUM network will enable fast and widespread adoption as compared to other cryptocurrency-based solutions.
► How does Greeneum incentivize renewable energy use?
GREENEUM coins are given to energy producers for the energy they supply and the data they send. Consumers receive GREENEUM coins for their usage data. In addition, when energy is verified as green, there are additional incentives for producers and consumers:
- GREENEUM certificates are given to producers of validated green energy. Certificates can be traded in the marketplace for GREENEUM coins and associated carbon credits.
- GREENEUM carbon credits are given to consumers of green energy.
► What incentives does Greeneum offer members?
| SEGMENT | FEATURE | INCENTIVE |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Producers | Purchase energy directly from producers | Save management and other middleman costs |
| Purchase green energy | Carbon credits | |
| Provide usage data | Greeneum Data Bounty | |
| Energy management tools | Consume energy more efficiently | |
| Energy Consumers | Sell energy directly to consumers | Higher prices with less management and other middleman costs |
| Provide Production Data | Greeneum Data Bounty | |
| Get validations on green energy production | GREENEUM Certificates that are traded on the market | |
| Energy management tool and predictive weather | Produce and predict energy production more efficiently | |
| Sell Energy | Lower administrative costs | |
| Improved consumer experience | ||
| Distribute Energy | GREENEUM Service and Distribution Fees on every transaction on the grid | |
| Utilize distribution network | ||
| Access to more decentralized energy producers on existing distribution network | ||
| Purchase predictions and insights | More efficient prediction on energy needs for plant operation | |
| Governments and NGOs | Data on Clean energy production and consumption | Higher efficiencies |
| Data on Energy availability | Safer energy network | |
| More open trade and data network creates self-regulating marketplace | Ensure consumer protections with fewer need for regulations |
► What is the current structure of the energy market?
The core principles of traditional electricity generation began in the early-to-mid 1800s. In 2022, much of the electricity that is generated is an alternating current of loops of wire movement through magnetic fields. This type of generation made central power stations practical. Electricity has been generated at central power stations since 1882. In order to reach growing populations throughout the years, infrastructures have been built to distribute and transmit centrally generated power.
► What triggered the energy market decentralization?
The energy market is undergoing a transformation from a centralized approach to production and distribution of energy to a decentralized model.
This transformation has occurred due to the need for sustainable energy sources and to the growth of small distributed producers of renewable energy.
► What is holding back the energy market decentralization?
Currently energy companies lack the technology and the real time information that the GREENEUM network will provide. Current integration of the distributed production into the market for energy is insufficient and inefficient, creating large losses in all parts of the energy chain.
► How does Greeneeum help the energy market using blockchain technology?
Local municipalities,utilities and renewable energy projects can be assisted through the rewards, data and insights available through the GREENEUM network ecosystem.
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 20% lower than 1990.
- 20% of energy from renewables.
- 20% increase in energy efficiency.
On the road to meeting this milestone, we must integrate renewable energy into our core behaviors, in an efficient, effective and scalable manner. Progress on Europe 2020 target for increased efficiency is especially insufficient and needs further research and development, and this is one of the main features of GREENEUM.
► What is the renewable energy market size?
The market for renewable energy is expanding rapidly. Renewable energy has represented the majority of new energy installations since 2015. Global trends in renewable energy investment. This is a significant paradigm shift in the industry. Investment in renewable energy has grown at a rate varying from 10-60% annually since 2004. The rate of growth for 2016 was approx 16%.
► What are carbon credits?
Carbon credits are a market-based approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change. The concept behind carbon credits is to incentivize organizations and individuals to take actions that reduce their carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions. These actions can include adopting renewable energy sources, implementing energy-efficient technologies, or implementing sustainable practices to offset emissions.
► How do carbon credits work?
Here's how carbon credits work:
Emission Reduction Projects: Organizations or entities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions beyond what is required by regulations can create emission reduction projects. These projects might involve investing in renewable energy, reforestation, methane capture, waste management, or energy efficiency initiatives, among others.
Carbon Credits Generation: As these emission reduction projects are implemented and verified, they generate carbon credits. Each carbon credit represents the reduction or removal of one tonne of CO2 or its equivalent in other greenhouse gases.
Certification and Verification: To ensure the legitimacy of the carbon credits, independent third-party organizations verify and certify the emission reduction projects, confirming that they have indeed resulted in the claimed reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Carbon Credit Trading: Once certified, these carbon credits can be bought and sold on the carbon market. Buyers, such as companies or governments, purchase carbon credits to offset their own emissions. By purchasing credits, they effectively support emission reduction projects elsewhere, which counterbalances their own carbon footprint.
Compliance and Voluntary Markets: There are two main types of carbon markets: compliance and voluntary. Compliance markets are part of regulatory schemes where organizations are required to limit their emissions and may use carbon credits to meet these obligations. Voluntary markets, on the other hand, are for organizations or individuals who voluntarily choose to offset their emissions to demonstrate environmental responsibility.
Proyectos de reducción de emisiones: Las organizaciones o entidades que reducen las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero más allá de lo exigido por la normativa pueden crear proyectos de reducción de emisiones. Estos proyectos pueden consistir en invertir en energías renovables, reforestación, captura de metano, gestión de residuos o iniciativas de eficiencia energética, entre otras.
Generación de créditos de carbono: A medida que estos proyectos de reducción de emisiones se aplican y verifican, generan créditos de carbono. Cada crédito de carbono representa la reducción o eliminación de una tonelada de CO2 o su equivalente en otros gases de efecto invernadero.
Certificación y verificación: Para garantizar la legitimidad de los créditos de carbono, organizaciones terceras independientes verifican y certifican los proyectos de reducción de emisiones, confirmando que efectivamente han dado lugar a la reducción de emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero declarada.
Mercados de cumplimiento y voluntarios: Existen dos tipos principales de mercados de carbono: de cumplimiento y voluntarios. Los mercados de cumplimiento forman parte de regímenes normativos en los que las organizaciones están obligadas a limitar sus emisiones y pueden utilizar créditos de carbono para cumplir estas obligaciones. Los mercados voluntarios, por su parte, se dirigen a organizaciones o particulares que deciden voluntariamente compensar sus emisiones para demostrar su responsabilidad medioambiental.
Projetos de redução de emissões: As organizações ou entidades que reduzem as emissões de gases de efeito estufa além do que é exigido pelos regulamentos podem criar projetos de redução de emissões. Esses projetos podem envolver investimentos em energia renovável, reflorestamento, captura de metano, gerenciamento de resíduos ou iniciativas de eficiência energética, entre outros.
Geração de créditos de carbono: À medida que esses projetos de redução de emissões são implementados e verificados, eles geram créditos de carbono. Cada crédito de carbono representa a redução ou remoção de uma tonelada de CO2 ou seu equivalente em outros gases de efeito estufa.
Certificação e verificação: Para garantir a legitimidade dos créditos de carbono, organizações terceirizadas independentes verificam e certificam os projetos de redução de emissões, confirmando que eles de fato resultaram na redução alegada das emissões de gases de efeito estufa.
Comércio de créditos de carbono: Uma vez certificados, esses créditos de carbono podem ser comprados e vendidos no mercado de carbono. Os compradores, como empresas ou governos, adquirem créditos de carbono para compensar suas próprias emissões. Ao comprar créditos, eles efetivamente apoiam projetos de redução de emissões em outros lugares, o que contrabalança sua própria pegada de carbono.
Mercados de conformidade e voluntários: Há dois tipos principais de mercados de carbono: os de conformidade e os voluntários. Os mercados de conformidade fazem parte de esquemas regulatórios em que as organizações são obrigadas a limitar suas emissões e podem usar créditos de carbono para cumprir essas obrigações. Os mercados voluntários, por outro lado, são para organizações ou indivíduos que voluntariamente optam por compensar suas emissões para demonstrar responsabilidade ambiental.
► What is the goal of carbon credits?
The overall goal of carbon credits is to create financial incentives for businesses and individuals to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. By doing so, it encourages the transition to a more sustainable and low-carbon economy, helping combat climate change on a global scale.
► What is DeFi?
DeFi is short for Decentralized Finance, is a term used to describe a set of financial services and applications that operate on decentralized blockchain platforms, most commonly on the Ethereum blockchain. The primary goal of DeFi is to provide open, permissionless, and inclusive financial services to anyone with an internet connection, without the need for intermediaries like banks or financial institutions.
► What are the key features and components of DeFi?
Key features and components of DeFi include:
Smart Contracts: DeFi applications are built using smart contracts, which are self-executing code on the blockchain. These smart contracts automate financial operations, such as lending, borrowing, trading, and yield farming, without the need for traditional intermediaries.
Openness and Accessibility: DeFi is accessible to anyone with an internet connection and a compatible digital wallet. It is designed to be inclusive, providing financial services to people in regions with limited access to traditional banking infrastructure.
Interoperability: DeFi protocols are often designed to be interoperable, allowing them to interact with each other and create more complex financial products and services.
Decentralization: DeFi applications are decentralized, meaning they operate on a distributed network of computers rather than being controlled by a central authority. This reduces the risk of censorship, fraud, or single points of failure.
Non-Custodial: DeFi applications are non-custodial, meaning users retain control of their assets through private keys. Users don't need to trust a third party with their funds, reducing counterparty risk.
Contratos inteligentes: Las aplicaciones DeFi se construyen utilizando contratos inteligentes, que son códigos autoejecutables en la blockchain. Estos contratos inteligentes automatizan las operaciones financieras, como los préstamos, los empréstitos, el comercio y el cultivo de rendimientos, sin necesidad de intermediarios tradicionales.
Apertura y accesibilidad: DeFi es accesible a cualquier persona con una conexión a Internet y un monedero digital compatible. Está diseñado para ser inclusivo, proporcionando servicios financieros a personas en regiones con acceso limitado a la infraestructura bancaria tradicional.
Interoperabilidad: Los protocolos DeFi suelen estar diseñados para ser interoperables, lo que les permite interactuar entre sí y crear productos y servicios financieros más complejos.
Descentralización: Las aplicaciones DeFi están descentralizadas, lo que significa que operan en una red distribuida de ordenadores en lugar de estar controladas por una autoridad central. Esto reduce el riesgo de censura, fraude o puntos únicos de fallo.
Sin custodia: Las aplicaciones DeFi son no custodiadas, lo que significa que los usuarios mantienen el control de sus activos a través de claves privadas. Los usuarios no necesitan confiar sus fondos a un tercero, lo que reduce el riesgo de contrapartida.
Contratos inteligentes: Os aplicativos DeFi são criados usando contratos inteligentes, que são códigos autoexecutáveis no blockchain. Esses contratos inteligentes automatizam operações financeiras, como empréstimos, financiamentos, negociações e produção agrícola, sem a necessidade de intermediários tradicionais.
Abertura e acessibilidade: O DeFi é acessível a qualquer pessoa com uma conexão à Internet e uma carteira digital compatível. Ele foi projetado para ser inclusivo, fornecendo serviços financeiros a pessoas em regiões com acesso limitado à infraestrutura bancária tradicional.
Interoperabilidade: Os protocolos DeFi geralmente são projetados para serem interoperáveis, permitindo que interajam entre si e criem produtos e serviços financeiros mais complexos.
Descentralização: Os aplicativos DeFi são descentralizados, o que significa que operam em uma rede distribuída de computadores em vez de serem controlados por uma autoridade central. Isso reduz o risco de censura, fraude ou pontos únicos de falha.
Sem custódia: Os aplicativos DeFi são não custodiais, o que significa que os usuários mantêm o controle de seus ativos por meio de chaves privadas. Os usuários não precisam confiar seus fundos a terceiros, reduzindo o risco de contraparte.
► What is GHG?
GHG is short for Greenhouse Gas emissions. They are gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to the greenhouse effect and contributing to global warming and climate change.
► What are the most common GHG?
The most common greenhouse gases include:
Carbon Dioxide (CO2): The most prevalent greenhouse gas, primarily generated by burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas), deforestation, and various industrial processes.
Methane (CH4): A potent greenhouse gas produced by natural sources like wetlands and termites, as well as human activities such as agriculture (especially livestock), landfills, and the extraction of fossil fuels.
Nitrous Oxide (N2O): Emitted from agricultural practices, industrial activities, and combustion of fossil fuels.
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs): Synthetic compounds formerly used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and aerosol propellants. While their production has been largely phased out due to their damaging impact on the ozone layer, they still persist in the atmosphere.
Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs): Synthetic compounds used as replacements for CFCs in various applications. Though they do not harm the ozone layer, they are potent greenhouse gases.
Perfluorocarbons (PFCs): Industrial byproducts produced in various manufacturing processes.
Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6): Used in electrical equipment and certain industrial processes.
Dióxido de carbono (CO2): El gas de efecto invernadero más frecuente, generado principalmente por la quema de combustibles fósiles (carbón, petróleo y gas natural), la deforestación y diversos procesos industriales.
Metano (CH4): Un potente gas de efecto invernadero producido por fuentes naturales como los humedales y las termitas, así como por actividades humanas como la agricultura (especialmente la ganadería), los vertederos y la extracción de combustibles fósiles.
Óxido nitroso (N2O): Emitido por prácticas agrícolas, actividades industriales y combustión de combustibles fósiles.
Clorofluorocarbonos (CFC): Compuestos sintéticos utilizados antiguamente en refrigeración, aire acondicionado y propulsores de aerosoles. Aunque su producción se ha eliminado en gran medida debido a su impacto perjudicial sobre la capa de ozono, aún persisten en la atmósfera.
Hidrofluorocarburos (HFC): Compuestos sintéticos utilizados como sustitutos de los CFC en diversas aplicaciones. Aunque no dañan la capa de ozono, son potentes gases de efecto invernadero.
Perfluorocarbonos (PFC): Subproductos industriales producidos en diversos procesos de fabricación.
Hexafluoruro de azufre (SF6): Utilizado en equipos eléctricos y determinados procesos industriales.
Dióxido de carbono (CO2): O gás de efeito estufa mais prevalente, gerado principalmente pela queima de combustíveis fósseis (carvão, petróleo e gás natural), pelo desmatamento e por vários processos industriais.
Metano (CH4): Um potente gás de efeito estufa produzido por fontes naturais, como áreas úmidas e cupins, bem como por atividades humanas, como agricultura (especialmente pecuária), aterros sanitários e extração de combustíveis fósseis.
Óxido nitroso (N2O): Emitido por práticas agrícolas, atividades industriais e combustão de combustíveis fósseis.
Clorofluorocarbonos (CFCs): Compostos sintéticos usados antigamente em refrigeração, ar condicionado e propulsores de aerossol. Embora sua produção tenha sido amplamente eliminada devido ao seu impacto prejudicial sobre a camada de ozônio, eles ainda persistem na atmosfera.
Hidrofluorocarbonos (HFCs): Compostos sintéticos usados como substitutos dos CFCs em várias aplicações. Embora não danifiquem a camada de ozônio, são gases de efeito estufa potentes.
Perfluorocarbonos (PFCs): subprodutos industriais produzidos em vários processos de fabricação.
Hexafluoreto de enxofre (SF6): Usado em equipamentos elétricos e em determinados processos industriais.
Kohlendioxid (CO2): Das häufigste Treibhausgas, hauptsächlich erzeugt durch das Verbrennen fossiler Brennstoffe (Kohle, Öl und Erdgas), Abholzung und verschiedene industrielle Prozesse.
Methan (CH4): Ein starkes Treibhausgas, das von natürlichen Quellen wie Feuchtgebieten und Termiten sowie von menschlichen Aktivitäten wie Landwirtschaft (insbesondere Viehzucht), Deponien und der fossilen Brennstoffgewinnung produziert wird.
Distickstoffoxid (N2O): Wird bei landwirtschaftlichen Praktiken, industriellen Aktivitäten und der Verbrennung fossiler Brennstoffe emittiert.
Chlorfluorkohlenwasserstoffe (FCKW): Synthetische Verbindungen, die früher in der Kühltechnik, Klimaanlagen und Aerosoltriebmitteln verwendet wurden. Obwohl ihre Produktion weitgehend eingestellt wurde, aufgrund ihrer schädlichen Auswirkungen auf die Ozonschicht, sind sie immer noch in der Atmosphäre vorhanden.
Hydrofluorkohlenwasserstoffe (HFKW): Synthetische Verbindungen, die als Ersatz für FCKW in verschiedenen Anwendungen verwendet werden. Obwohl sie die Ozonschicht nicht schädigen, sind sie starke Treibhausgase.
Perfluorkohlenwasserstoffe (PFKW): Industrieabfälle, die bei verschiedenen Herstellungsprozessen produziert werden.
Schwefelhexafluorid (SF6): Wird in elektrischen Geräten und bestimmten industriellen Prozessen verwendet.
Dioxyde de carbone (CO2) : Le gaz à effet de serre le plus répandu, principalement généré par la combustion de combustibles fossiles (charbon, pétrole et gaz naturel), la déforestation et divers processus industriels.
Méthane (CH4) : Un gaz à effet de serre puissant, produit par des sources naturelles comme les zones humides et les termites, ainsi que par des activités humaines telles que l'agriculture (notamment l'élevage), les décharges et l'extraction de combustibles fossiles.
Oxyde nitreux (N2O) : Émis par des pratiques agricoles, des activités industrielles et la combustion de combustibles fossiles.
Chlorofluorocarbures (CFC) : Composés synthétiques autrefois utilisés dans les réfrigérateurs, les climatiseurs et les propulseurs d'aérosols. Bien que leur production ait été largement éliminée en raison de leurs effets nocifs sur la couche d'ozone, ils persistent encore dans l'atmosphère.
Hydrofluorocarbures (HFC) : Composés synthétiques utilisés comme substituts des CFC dans diverses applications. Bien qu'ils ne nuisent pas à la couche d'ozone, ce sont des gaz à effet de serre puissants.
Perfluorocarbures (PFC) : Sous-produits industriels produits lors de divers processus de fabrication.
Hexafluorure de soufre (SF6) : Utilisé dans les équipements électriques et certains processus industriels.
► What is carbon footprint?
A carbon footprint refers to the total amount of greenhouse gases, specifically carbon dioxide (CO2), and other greenhouse gas emissions that are directly or indirectly produced by an individual, organization, product, or activity over a specific period. It is a measure of the impact human actions have on the environment in terms of contributing to climate change.
The carbon footprint is typically expressed in units of CO2 equivalent (CO2e), which is a way of measuring the global warming potential of different greenhouse gases relative to carbon dioxide.
La huella de carbono suele expresarse en unidades de CO2 equivalente (CO2e), que es una forma de medir el potencial de calentamiento global de diferentes gases de efecto invernadero en relación con el dióxido de carbono.
Normalmente, a pegada de carbono é expressa em unidades de CO2 equivalente (CO2e), que é uma forma de medir o potencial de aquecimento global de diferentes gases de efeito estufa em relação ao dióxido de carbono.
Der CO2-Fußabdruck wird typischerweise in Einheiten von CO2-Äquivalent (CO2e) ausgedrückt, was eine Methode zur Messung des globalen Erwärmungspotentials verschiedener Treibhausgase im Vergleich zu Kohlendioxid darstellt.
Elle mesure l'impact des actions humaines sur l'environnement en termes de contribution au changement climatique. L'empreinte carbone est généralement exprimée en unités de CO2 équivalent (CO2e), ce qui permet de mesurer le potentiel de réchauffement climatique des différents gaz à effet de serre par rapport au dioxyde de carbone.
► How do you calculate a carbon footprint?
Calculating a carbon footprint involves collecting data on energy use, transportation habits, consumption patterns, waste generation, and other relevant factors. Various carbon footprint calculators are available online to estimate an individual's or organization's carbon footprint based on this data.
► What are GREEN certificates/REC?
Green certificates, also known as renewable energy certificates (RECs) or renewable energy credits (RECs), are tradable financial instruments that represent the environmental benefits associated with generating renewable energy. They are used to track and verify the production and consumption of renewable energy and help support and incentivize the development of renewable energy sources.
► How do GREEN certificates/REC work?
Here's how green certificates work:
Renewable Energy Generation: When a renewable energy facility, such as a wind farm, solar power plant, or biomass facility, produces electricity, it is eligible to earn green certificates. The energy generated from these sources is considered "green" because it comes from renewable resources and has a lower environmental impact compared to electricity generated from fossil fuels.
Certificate Issuance: For every megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity generated from renewable sources, a corresponding green certificate is issued by a governing body or regulatory agency. The certificate contains information about the renewable energy source, the location of the facility, and the date of generation.
Certificate Trading: Once the green certificates are issued, they can be bought and sold on renewable energy markets. Electricity suppliers, companies, or individuals looking to support renewable energy can purchase these certificates to offset their carbon footprint and demonstrate their commitment to using environmentally friendly energy sources.
Green Energy Claims: By purchasing and retiring green certificates, organizations or individuals can claim that a portion or all of their electricity consumption comes from renewable energy sources, even if the electricity they receive directly from the grid is a mix of renewable and non-renewable sources.
Renewable Energy Goals: Green certificates play a crucial role in supporting renewable energy development and meeting renewable energy targets set by governments or corporate sustainability commitments. They provide financial incentives for renewable energy producers and help create a market demand for clean energy.
Generación de energía renovable: Cuando una instalación de energía renovable, como un parque eólico, una central solar o una instalación de biomasa, produce electricidad, puede optar a obtener certificados verdes. La energía generada a partir de estas fuentes se considera «verde» porque procede de recursos renovables y tiene un menor impacto ambiental que la electricidad generada a partir de combustibles fósiles.
Emisión de certificados: Por cada megavatio-hora (MWh) de electricidad generada a partir de fuentes renovables, un órgano de gobierno o agencia reguladora expide el correspondiente certificado verde. El certificado contiene información sobre la fuente de energía renovable, la ubicación de la instalación y la fecha de generación.
Comercio de certificados: Una vez emitidos los certificados verdes, pueden comprarse y venderse en los mercados de energías renovables. Los proveedores de electricidad, las empresas o los particulares que deseen apoyar las energías renovables pueden adquirir estos certificados para compensar su huella de carbono y demostrar su compromiso con el uso de fuentes de energía respetuosas con el medio ambiente.
Reclamaciones de energía verde: Al comprar y retirar certificados verdes, las organizaciones o los particulares pueden afirmar que una parte o la totalidad de su consumo de electricidad procede de fuentes de energía renovables, aunque la electricidad que reciban directamente de la red sea una mezcla de fuentes renovables y no renovables.
Objetivos de energía renovable: Los certificados verdes desempeñan un papel crucial en el apoyo al desarrollo de las energías renovables y el cumplimiento de los objetivos en materia de energías renovables fijados por los gobiernos o los compromisos de sostenibilidad de las empresas. Proporcionan incentivos financieros a los productores de energías renovables y contribuyen a crear una demanda de energía limpia en el mercado.
Geração de energia renovável: quando uma instalação de energia renovável, como um parque eólico, uma usina de energia solar ou uma instalação de biomassa, produz eletricidade, ela se qualifica para receber certificados verdes. A energia gerada por essas fontes é considerada “verde” porque provém de recursos renováveis e tem um impacto ambiental menor do que a eletricidade gerada por combustíveis fósseis.
Emissão de certificados: para cada megawatt-hora (MWh) de eletricidade gerada a partir de fontes renováveis, um órgão governamental ou agência reguladora emite um certificado verde correspondente. O certificado contém informações sobre a fonte de energia renovável, o local da instalação e a data da geração.
Comércio de certificados: uma vez emitidos os certificados verdes, eles podem ser comprados e vendidos nos mercados de energia renovável. Fornecedores de eletricidade, empresas ou indivíduos que desejam apoiar a energia renovável podem comprar esses certificados para compensar sua pegada de carbono e demonstrar seu compromisso com o uso de fontes de energia ecologicamente corretas.
Declarações de energia verde: ao comprar e retirar certificados verdes, organizações ou indivíduos podem declarar que parte ou todo o seu consumo de eletricidade provém de fontes de energia renovável, mesmo que a eletricidade que recebem diretamente da rede seja uma mistura de fontes renováveis e não renováveis.
