There are 7 types of REC Registry accounts. Each account type has permissions to access various functions and undertake various activities within the REC Registry:
You do not need a REC Registry account if you choose to assign the right to create small-scale technology certificates (STCs) to an agent. For further information on assigning the right to create your certificates to an agent, visit
using a registered agent.
Account functions, fees and requirements
For general accounts
For registered person accounts
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
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| | - Fit the criteria of being a
'legal person'. If you are applying as a registered person your REC Registry account name must be a legal person and in the case of a company with an ACN, must match the name on the ASIC register.
- Complete the proof of identity verification process.
- Read and understand the eligibility requirements for creating STCs prior to registration.
- Be aware of the penalties involved in breaching the
Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act 2000.
- Be aware of the option to assign the right to create STCs to an agent.
- Provide your GST registration status (if applicable).
- Pay fee.
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For registered agent accounts
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
|---|
| - $230.00 GST exempt (a total of $250.00 GST exempt, including the registered person fee ($20 GST exempt), which must also be paid).
| - You must already have a registered person account or apply for a registered person account to apply for this account type. These account types can be applied for at the same time.
- Complete
SRES Smart prior to completing your application to become a registered agent.
- Fit the criteria of being a
'legal person'. If you are registering as a registered agent, your REC Registry account name must be a legal person and in the case of a company with an ACN, must match the name on the ASIC register.
- Complete the proof of identity verification process.
- Read and understand the eligibility requirements for
creating STCs prior to registration.
- Be aware of the penalties involved in breaching the
Renewable Energy (Electricity) Act 2000.
- Provide your GST registration status(if applicable).
- Pay fee.
- Visit
registered agent responsibilities, expected capabilities and standards of practice for more information.
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For liable entity accounts
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
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| | - Contact the Clean Energy Regulator and advise them that you wish to become a RET liable entity.
- Visit
liable entities for more information.
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For STC Clearing House accounts
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
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| | - Complete the proof of identity verification process.
- Provide GST registration status and bank account details.
- You must already have a general account or apply for a general account to apply for this account type. These account types can be applied for at the same time.
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For power station accounts
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
|---|
| | - You must be a registered person account holder to upgrade your account to a power station account.
- Fit the criteria of being a
'legal person'. If you are applying as a registered person your REC Registry account name must be a legal person. In the case of a company with an ACN, it must match the name on the ASIC register.
- Contact the Clean Energy Regulator and advise them that you wish to apply to accredit a power station.
- Visit
power stations for more information.
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For verification service provider
| Functions | Fee | Requirements |
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- Supply details for approved solar panel serial number ledger.
| | - You must be a holder of a general account to apply for this account type.
- Have an Australian presence.
- Hold an Australian business number (ABN).
- Be responsible for meeting manufacturer warranty obligations under Australian consumer law.
- Provide solar panels on the Clean Energy Council's
documentasset: approved solar PV modules list.
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