| Issuer and registry | Clean Energy Regulator, REC Registry |
| Unit | 1 certificate = 1 MWh |
| Valid for | Australian consumption |
| Created, 2025 | 59.7 million certificates |
| Voluntary surrenders | 3.6 million in the June quarter of 2026, up 91% on a year earlier |
| Spot price | A$8.50 on 14 August 2026, up from A$7.00 on 30 June (Clean Energy Regulator) |
How buying works
LGCs are transferred between REC Registry accounts and voluntarily surrendered for a company's claim. The regulator projects a surplus of certificates at the end of 2026, while voluntary demand is growing quickly.
What to check before buying
- Voluntary surrender in your company's name, separate from any liable entity's obligation.
- Vintage and plant age if you report to RE100.
- Price date. LGC spot prices have moved sharply within single quarters.