By Scout Nelson
An online session will take place on Thursday, November 20, through Zoom, offering students and professionals an opportunity to learn more about clean energy tracking systems. Networking will be held from 5:45 to 6:00 p.m., followed by the main speaker session from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The session focuses on understanding how a clean economy depends on accurate tracking systems for clean energy production and use.
The nonprofit organization now known as CleanCounts has grown into North America’s largest clean energy registry. The group, previously called M-RETS, continues to operate from Minneapolis.
Today, CleanCounts has a development team of more than 40 people. This team builds and manages advanced software platforms used across states and provinces to verify clean energy use. These tools are essential for renewable energy programs and for companies that want to show their commitment to clean energy.
The session will explain how CleanCounts supports clean energy claims for both government requirements and voluntary corporate programs. Many companies now choose to buy clean energy to meet sustainability goals, and accurate tracking systems help prove that these actions make a difference.
Participants will also learn about Renewable Energy Certificates, commonly known as RECs. These certificates represent renewable electricity that is produced and added to the power grid. RECs help show which part of the electricity comes from renewable sources such as wind or solar power. The session will also introduce other types of Energy Attribute Certificates, including nuclear and thermal certificates, which are becoming more important as the clean energy market grows.
The program aims to help attendees understand the importance of accurate data in clean energy reporting. CleanCounts provides the systems that allow organizations, utilities, and governments to track clean energy in a reliable way. This work supports a cleaner economy by making sure energy claims are trustworthy.
The session encourages students, professionals, and anyone interested in sustainability to join. By attending, participants can learn new information about clean energy systems and the expanding role of software in building a cleaner future. The session also highlights how clean energy records help support climate goals across North America.
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Categories: Minnesota, Energy, Sustainable Agriculture