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Redemption Process ♻️

What is Certificate Redemption?​

Redeeming a certificate means officially using it to claim renewable energy consumption. Once redeemed, the certificate can no longer be sold and you get the right to say "I use renewable energy."

Key Concept

Redemption is the final step in the certificate lifecycle. It's when you "consume" the environmental attribute and can claim the renewable energy for compliance or communication purposes.

Three Types of Redemption​

1️⃣ Direct Redemption (With Account)​

For traders/consultants who want to redeem immediately

  • You pay redemption fees
  • Immediate redemption for specified beneficiary
  • Certificate generated instantly
  • Ideal for: Client services, internal redemptions

For traders/consultants who want clients to pay

  • Client pays the price you set
  • Pre-configured link with all redemption details
  • Automatic redemption when client completes payment
  • Ideal for: B2C sales, separately billed services

Step 1 Step 1: Select beneficiary (can be left empty for client to complete)

Step 2 Step 2: Select specific certificate from your portfolio

Step 3 Step 3: Configure details (purpose, period, language)

Step 4 Step 4: Set price to charge client

Step 5 Step 5: Get unique link to share

Once the link is created:

  • 🌐 Share the URL with your client
  • 💳 Client accesses and completes beneficiary data
  • ⚡ Automatic payment and immediate redemption
  • 📊 You receive the agreed payment

3️⃣ Purchase and Redemption (No Account)​

For companies needing certificates occasionally

End User Redemption - Step 1 Step 1: Select certificates from marketplace

End User Redemption - Step 2 Step 2: Configure beneficiary information

End User Redemption - Step 3 Step 3: Set purpose and reporting period

End User Redemption - Step 4 Step 4: Review details and pricing

End User Redemption - Step 5 Step 5: Select payment method

End User Redemption - Step 6 Step 6: Confirm redemption and complete process

When to use:

  • 🏢 Companies: Direct redemption for internal compliance
  • 📢 Organizations: For sustainability communication
  • 👤 Individual use: Personal renewable energy claims

Which Type to Use? 🤷‍♂️​

1️⃣ Direct Redemption - Use if:​

  • ✅ You want total control of the process
  • ✅ You have budget to pay fees
  • ✅ You need immediate redemption
  • ✅ You offer included services to clients

2️⃣ Payment Links - Use if:​

  • ✅ Client should pay for redemption
  • ✅ You want to automate the sales process
  • ✅ You need separate billing
  • ✅ You sell B2C or to multiple clients

3️⃣ Purchase and Redemption - Use if:​

  • ✅ You don't have your own certificates
  • ✅ You're a company that needs certificates
  • ✅ You want simple process without management
  • ✅ Occasional redemptions

Redemption Requirements ✅​

Prerequisites:​

  • 📦 Certificates in "Unassigned" status (not assigned to any market)
  • 💳 Valid payment method for fees
  • 📋 Beneficiary information complete and accurate
  • 🎯 Clear purpose for the redemption

Required Information:​

  • 👤 Beneficiary name: Who is claiming the renewable energy
  • 📧 Contact email: For certificate delivery
  • 🎯 Purpose: Compliance, communication, ESG reporting, etc.
  • 📅 Reporting period: Year or period for which you're claiming

Redemption Certificate 📜​

What You Receive:​

  • 🏆 Official PDF certificate with unique ID
  • 📊 Detailed information about redeemed certificates
  • 🔐 Digital signature for authenticity
  • 📧 Email delivery to beneficiary

Certificate Contents:​

  • Beneficiary information and contact details
  • Certificate details: Technology, country, vintage, volume
  • Redemption purpose and reporting period
  • Unique redemption ID for verification
  • Issuance date and digital signatures

📄 Certificate Preview Feature​

Before completing your redemption, you can preview exactly how your official certificate will look. This powerful feature helps ensure everything is perfect before final submission.

🔍 Preview Capabilities:​

  • 📋 Complete information display including beneficiary details and certificate data
  • 🌍 Multi-language support (English and Spanish)
  • 💾 PDF download for review and internal approvals
  • ⚠️ Preview watermark clearly indicating non-official status
  • ✅ Data validation before final redemption

📱 How to Use Certificate Preview:​

  1. During redemption process, look for the "Certificate Preview" option
  2. Review all information displayed on the certificate mockup
  3. Download preview PDF if you need to share or archive for approval
  4. Verify critical details such as:
    • Beneficiary name and location
    • MWh quantity and certificates
    • Redemption purpose
    • Reporting period
    • Consumption location

📄 Sample Certificate:​

You can see an example of what the redemption certificate looks like:

View Certificate Sample (PDF)

Preview vs. Official Certificate

The preview is for review purposes only and has no legal validity. The official certificate is generated only after completing redemption and has legal value for audits and reports.

✅ Benefits of Certificate Preview:​

  • Prevents errors in final certificate information
  • Validates format and content before payment
  • Facilitates internal approvals in corporate environments
  • Allows adjustments before definitive redemption
  • Ensures accuracy for compliance documentation

This official document is what you'll receive upon successful redemption and can be used for:

  • 📊 ESG and sustainability reports
  • 🔍 Third-party audits and verification
  • 📢 Stakeholder communication
  • 📋 Regulatory compliance documentation

Use Cases by Profile 👥​

🏢 Corporations​

Scenario: Annual sustainability report

  1. Purchase certificates covering annual consumption
  2. Keep in "Unassigned" until ready to redeem
  3. End User Redemption for company name
  4. Use certificate in ESG/CDP reports

🤝 Consultants​

Scenario: Client sustainability service

  1. Purchase diverse certificate portfolio
  2. Move to "Redemption Market" for pricing
  3. Trader Redemption to create client links
  4. Client pays and redeems directly

💱 Traders​

Scenario: B2C marketplace sales

  1. Maintain inventory in "Both Markets"
  2. Create Trader Redemption links for different prices
  3. Market to end consumers
  4. Automated redemption upon payment

📢 Organizations​

Scenario: Event carbon neutrality

  1. Calculate event energy consumption
  2. Purchase equivalent certificates
  3. End User Redemption for organization
  4. Communicate renewable energy use

After Redemption 📈​

What Happens:​

  • 🔒 Certificate permanently retired from circulation
  • 📧 Official certificate sent to beneficiary email
  • 📊 Transaction recorded in your history
  • 🎯 Renewable energy claim officially yours

Next Steps:​

  • 📊 Include in sustainability reports (CDP, GRI, etc.)
  • 📢 Communicate achievement to stakeholders
  • 🔍 Keep certificates for potential audits
  • 📈 Plan future purchases based on consumption

Ready to redeem your first certificate?

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