RECs in APAC: Drive your business towards sustainable success
In the heart of Asia-Pacific’s energy transformation, businesses face a critical challenge: how to meet their sustainability targets while navigating diverse regulatory landscapes, cost pressures, and infrastructure limitations. The answer? Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
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- 14/04/2025
More than just a compliance checkbox, Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are now central to the region’s decarbonization journey. By certifying that a company’s energy consumption has been matched with renewable generation — whether solar, wind, or biomass — RECs enable organizations to take concrete, traceable steps toward their net-zero goals.
And when it comes to navigating the REC landscape in APAC, ENGIE stands out. In 2024, 12.9 GW of clean energy deals were signed across the region, and ENGIE continues to lead the charge as the largest green supplier globally
A differentiated approach to a growing market
Asia-Pacific is a mosaic of energy markets, each with its standards and REC systems — from Singapore to Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and beyond. ENGIE brings clarity and structure to this complexity through a customized, client-first approach.
“Our clients aren’t just buying certificates,” explains Hui Jie Soh, Green Solutions Specialist at ENGIE Supply & Energy Management APAC. “They’re choosing a pathway to real, impactful decarbonization — and that means tailored solutions, local insight, and long-term thinking.”
ENGIE doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re looking for:
- Standalone RECs
- RECs bundled in energy supply contracts
- RECs via Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
…ENGIE adapts the maturity, technology source (solar, biomass, etc.), and contracting style — as-produced or as-consumed — to match your sustainability roadmap and budget.
Partner with us for your RECs
“Our clients benefit from immediate access to over 100 GWh per annum of locally generated RECs in Singapore, a commitment we are extending until the mid-2030s,” says Hui Jie Soh. “Together, we can accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world.”
Why choose ENGIE for RECs:
✅ Immediate Decarbonization: Secure a sustainable, traceable energy supply tailored to your profile
✅ Custom Flexibility: Choose short or long-term contracts, bundled or unbundled, with multiple technologies
✅ Price Stability: Lock in your green energy costs and reduce exposure to market volatility
✅ Peace of Mind: Trust in ENGIE’s rigorous internal checks and strong customer-first culture
Add to this ENGIE’s industry-leading ESG assessments, ISCC-EU certification (for biofuel), and global sourcing capacity, and you’ve got a partner who not only delivers, but secures your green claims with rock-solid credibility.
Varying ways to fulfil green targets using RECs in APAC
“While many companies have their own specific set of sustainability requirements and subscribed to different frameworks, the good news is that there are various ways today to fulfil such targets which can be customized on a case-by-case basis” explains Hui Jie Soh.
The type of RECs procured by each company varies across the board, much depending on one’s sustainability targets, timeline and budget. Companies with the highest sustainability targets typically are strict on contracting RECs harnessed from a dedicated renewable asset, which often comes at a price premium. There are also options to utilize RECs generated from non-specific assets, often termed as “unbundled RECs”, giving companies the option to promote green energy usage at a lower cost.