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WHEN: 18 November 2025
RECS National GO Day – Norway
RECS is delighted to be hosting the RECS GO Day – Norway on 18 November 2025 at Sentralen in Oslo, Norway, with the support of several EAC market-leading companies. Norway is often regarded as being at the centre of European debates over the role and effectiveness of guarantees of origin (GOs).
Within the country, different industries and political stakeholders are frequently portrayed as either reinforcing or challenging the Norwegian GO system and market.
But is this perceived tension overstated?
Norway’s recent ratification of the EU’s second Renewable Energy Directive solidifies the country’s commitment to GOs. Renewable energy certificates were not a major source of contention in the run-up to Norway’s national elections. So, there are signs that the system may be more resilient and more broadly accepted than some narratives suggest
This backdrop makes Norway the ideal setting for an open and forward-looking discussion on the future of GOs in Europe. The RECS National GO Day – Norway will provide a unique opportunity to hear from experts, engage with leading market players, and explore how the country’s experience can help shape the direction of renewable energy markets across Europe.
Programme overview
At this full-day event, RECS will bring together members and stakeholders to connect, exchange ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of the GO landscape in Norway and this crucial national market’s influence across Europe. Together, we will:- LEARN about the new Norwegian Government’s approach to GOs.
- DISCUSS the impact in Norway of future EU laws and independent standards for EACs.
- CONSIDER Norway’s role in the wider European GO market.
- PROPOSE approaches to strengthen Norway’s domestic GO market.
Programme detail:
9:00 –Registration (check-in) opens
9:45 - 10:00 – Opening and welcome- Adam White | Secretary-General | RECS Energy Certificate Association
10:00 – 11:00 – The new Norwegian Government's approach to GOs
In this session, delegates will receive the latest insights into Norway’s approach to two key pillars of GO systems and markets: participation in the Association of Issuing Bodies (AIB) and implementation of EU legislation related to GOs. Expert speakers will review recent domestic developments and offer perspectives on what will come next.- Camilla Vedeler | Industry Policy Advisor | Fornybar Norge
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Merve Güngör | Policy and Network Manager | RECS Energy Certificate Association
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Catherine Banet | Professor of Law at University of Oslo | Co-Academic Director at Centre on Regulation in Europe (CERRE)
12:30 – 14:00 - LUNCH
14:00 – 15:00 - Norway’s role in the wider European GO Market
As Europe’s major supplier of GOs, Norway has long held a central role in the wider European system and market. In this session, expert speakers will share their insights into key questions. Delegates will hear views on whether Norwegian GOs will continue to offer a ‘benchmark’ price and whether Norway will continue to be an important source of liquidity. As in all sessions, delegates will have ample opportunity to ask their questions and voice their own thoughts.-
Ann-Christin Austang | Fagansvarlig Sertifikater | Statnett SF
15:00 – 15:30 – Coffee Break
15:30 – 16:30 - Approaches to strengthen Norway's domestic GO market
While Norway’s role as a GO exporter often takes the spotlight, the domestic market for Norwegian GOs is also important. In this closing session, speakers will present a positive vision of how demand for GOs is growing among Norwegian consumers and consider how this demand can be boosted further. Could policies adopted elsewhere in Europe – such as full consumption disclosure and strict annual matching or monthly disclosure periods – be game changers? Norway has long led the way in maximising renewable energy use; now is the time to unlock the full potential of GOs at home as well.- Adam White | Secretary-General | RECS Energy Certificate Association
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Lars Ragnar Solberg | Principal Consultant | AFRY Management Consulting
- Mary Polovtseva | Renewable Policy Analyst | Veyt
16:30 – 16:45 - Closing statements
17:00 - Drinks reception and networking
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4 months ago
EVENT
WHEN: 21 May 2025
Open Markets Committee (OMC) 2025
The OMC (Open Markets Committee) is an in-person meeting for both RECS Members and members of the Association of Issuing Bodies. It provides both member groups with the opportunity to meet and discuss developments in and interactions between European Guarantee of Origin (GO) systems and markets.
This year’s OMC will be held in Dessau, Germany, on Wednesday, 21 May 2025, at The UBA | Umweltbundesamt.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
Registration will remain open until noon (12:00 CET) on Friday, 9 May 2025. If you require assistance during registration for the OMC, contact RECS Events via events@recs.org.OMC Programme
14:00-14:05 | Welcome and opening- Carla Vollmer | UBA
- Adam White | RECS Energy Certificate Association
- Liesbeth Switten | AIB
- What is coming next from the AIB and its members? A presentation and discussion of new EECS rules and data fields that could impact the GO market
- Katrien Verwimp | AIB
- Remco Van Stein-Callenfels | VertiCer, AIB EECS Unit chair
- Martina Gabriel | OTE, AIB Electricity Scheme Group chair
- An update on recent market developments, results from the recent market survey, and a discussion on how changing disclosure periods could address oversupply in the market
- Ivan Debay | RECS Board Member
- A presentation of RECS' survey to benchmark and compare the performance of AIB member registries and a discussion of key points, followed by a presentation of the new AIB hub and statistics and a discussion of key points.
- Ivar Munch Clausen | ECOHZ
- Martin Standera | AIB,
- Katja Merkel | UBA – AIB Information Systems Unit chair
- Merve Gungör | RECS Energy Certificate Association
- A presentation of the findings of the REGADISS project, followed by a discussion of the development of international standards for EAC systems and how to resist growing advocacy for a move towards location-based disclosure.
- Katrien Verwimp | AIB
- Merve Gungör | RECS Energy Certificate Association
- Mary Polovtseva | Veyt
- A discussion of how and when market participants and system operators expect the UDB to work?
- Carmen Rodriguez Valdez | Enagas GTS, AIB Gas Scheme Group chair),
- Martina Gabriel | OTE – AIB Electricity Scheme Group chair
- Adam White | RECS Energy Certificate Associaiton
9 months ago
EVENT
WHEN: 12 December 2024
RECS Annual General Meeting (AGM) – online
RECS is organising this year's Annual General Meeting (AGM) online on Thursday 12 December 14h00 – 16h00 CET. During the general meeting the RECS Secretariat will provide a summary of its activities and other updates from the organisation. Join us for this online event where member representatives can connect, exchange valuable insights, and realign our shared vision for these dynamic markets.
If you want to attend our AGM, please register by completing the form and we'll provide you with in invite to the meeting.
For the RECS members who can't join us online, please note that the event will be recorded. Reach out to our Secretariat (secretariat@recs.org) for more information or access to the recording.
9 months ago
EVENT
WHEN: 05 December 2024
UK REGO Day 2024
The UK REGO Day will be held on Thursday, 5 December 2024 from 10.00-17.00 at the Hilton London Canary Wharf Hotel.
The UK's REGO market continues to show robust growth and dynamism with REGO being among the most valuable European Energy Attribute Certificates. The day's program will dive deeply into the UK REGO market by covering volumes and prices, regulatory developments, the perception of REGOs in the UK, and full disclosure and other developments in REGO markets.
After the UK REGO day, registered delegates are invited to join RECS, ACT Group, and SmartestEnergy for drinks on Thursday, 5 December 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Please note that this drinks event will have some snacks, but no dinner.
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING?
The registration fee for RECS members is £100 ex VAT, for non-RECS members the fee is £200 ex VAT until 25 November.
As of 25 November, the registration fee increases to £200 ex VAT for RECS members and £300 ex VAT for non-RECS members.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN.
How to register.- Select the number of tickets you require.
- Click 'Continue'.
- In the window, add your billing details.
- Select your payment option (credit card only)
- Click the payment button - don't forget the final step!
- Assign the ticket(s) to yourself or another person.
UK REGO Day 2024 Programme
09.00-10.00 Registration and coffee 10.00-10.15 Welcome 10.15-11.15 Session 1: General update on regulatory developments- OFGEM Update (Platform, Regulatory, etc.)
- New government – possible changes
- Mutual recognition
- UK CBAM
- Speakers:
- Moderator: Roderick Hutchings, Environmental Commodities Trader, ACT Group
- Sophie Thorpe, Senior Policy Manager, OFGEM
- Andreas Gunst, Partner, DLA Piper
- Marie Christine Bluett, Director Renewable Markets, Incubex
- Transport (EVs), Hydrogen and other fuels (RFNBOs)
- Full disclosure in the UK
- Full disclosure learnings from across Europe
- Speakers:
- Moderator: Merve Güngör, Policy and Network Manager, RECS Energy Certificate Association
- Kumara Rathnam, Senior Analyst, Veyt
- Katya De Vere Walker, Head of Net Zero Policy, SmartestEnergy
- Deep dive into the UK REGO market supply, demand, prices
- Internal and external factors driving market dynamics and prices
- Price elasticity, willingness to pay, and lessons for other markets
- Speakers:
- Moderator and speaker: Patrick Dunn, Renewable Gas & Power Originator, ACT Group
- Justin Colley, Associate Editor, Argus
- Emilie Tretow Busellato, Originator, Statkraft Markets
- Focus on consumer claims in the UK
- Understanding and trust of Energy Labels
- Role of external standards inc.
- Views on renewable biomass-fired electricity
- Speakers:
- Moderator: Adam White, Secretary General, RECS Energy Certificate Association
- Tom Stebbings, Sustainable Commodities Trader, Drax
- Nick Fedson, Technical Manager – Energy, CDP Worldwide
- Rachel Cary, Head of Business Decarbonisation, Energy UK
- Eleonore Lazet, Commercial Director, Granular Energy
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