As the global energy transition accelerates, so too does the demand for precision in how we track and verify clean power. Today, Future Energy Associates (FEA) takes a bold step forward with the launch of Granular Cert OS, an open‑source codebase that empowers renewable energy certificate registries to adopt hourly tracking of renewable generation and consumption. Supported by Google and Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, this initiative addresses a long‑standing gap in certificate systems and paves the way for truly credible 24/7 carbon‑free energy solutions.

The Challenge of Time‑Blind Certificates

Traditional renewable energy certificates (RECs) aggregate production over broad timeframes—daily, monthly, or annually—masking the precise moments when clean electrons hit the grid. In an era where corporate buyers and regulators alike are demanding ever‑greater rigor, this lack of temporal granularity undermines the integrity of environmental claims and slows the shift to a fully decarbonized system.

Introducing Granular Cert OS

Granular Cert OS transforms the status quo by:

• Enabling Hourly Precision
  Registries can now issue and retire certificates on an hourly basis, reflecting exactly when renewable power is generated and consumed.

• Aligning with Global Standards
  Built to comply with the EnergyTag standard, it harmonizes tracking protocols across geographies, ensuring interoperability among registries worldwide.

• Fostering Transparency and Trust
  With open‑source code freely available, stakeholders—from policymakers to project developers—can audit, adapt, and contribute enhancements without barriers.

This codebase is more than a technical tool; it’s a catalyst for innovation in sustainable energy markets, offering a common foundation upon which registries can build next‑generation services.

Why It Matters for 24/7 Carbon‑Free Ambitions

Companies committed to 24/7 carbon‑free energy can finally match their demand profile to real‑time clean generation with confidence. By proving that every megawatt‑hour is backed by renewables at the exact hour of consumption, organizations can:

• Substantiate Climate Claims with rigorous, time‑stamped evidence.

• Optimize Procurement Strategies using granular data to align contracts with actual clean supply patterns.

• Support New Project Development by unlocking premium price signals tied to high‑value production hours.

“The only way to achieve a 100% renewable energy grid is to match time and location, and laying a strong foundation in this principle is critical to its success.”
— Scott Burns, SVP at Private Energy Partners

Looking Ahead

Granular Cert OS represents a decisive step toward a future where every kilowatt of renewable energy is traceable to the hour, ensuring that commitments to carbon‑free grids are backed by rock‑solid data. As registries around the globe adopt this open‑source framework, we edge closer to a world in which 100% renewable energy isn’t just an aspiration but a verifiable reality.

Stay tuned, get involved, and help shape the next chapter of renewable energy verification.