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Why does GreenPower cost extra?

GreenPower is a voluntary scheme that allows businesses and individuals to increase demand for renewable energy in Australia. The extra cost is to retire the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) that would otherwise be sold onto the market in order for retailers to meet their obligations in relation to the Renewable Energy Target (RET).

Find this all confusing? Don’t worry, you’re not alone!

This infographic helps to explain the process but there’s more information on the What is GreenPower help page or GreenPower page.

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