Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are one of the most widely used instruments of environmental impact for green building and yet they are also widely misunderstood. Join Heather Schrock for a breakdown of what RECs actually are - not just a piece of paper - how they are used in green building, the pros and cons of various types of RECs, the difference between a REC and a carbon offset, and how you can use them in your own building projects.

We will discuss how this fits in LEED Innovation: Green power and carbon offsets, LEED Zero and the GreenStar Zero Carbon Badge.


Continuing Education Units (CEUS) 1 hour in

• Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
• Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse
• American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) (PENDING)
• Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP)
• Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP)
• AIBD
• State Architect / Builder License may be applicable


Lessons Learned:

1. Understand what a REC is and how they help with LEED Innovation: Green power and carbon offsets
2. Learn the difference between a REC and a carbon offset
3. How RECs are used in green building such as with LEED Innovation: Green power and carbon offsets and the broader energy market
4. Know more about LEED zero and LEED Innovation: Green power and carbon offsets


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Instructor: Heather Schrock, Bonneville Environmental Foundation

Heather focuses on developing relationships with all types of entities, including corporations, small businesses, universities, and other nonprofits to help them understand their impacts in carbon, water and energy.

Heather comes to BEF with a diverse background in sustainability, outreach, marketing and sales. Previously, she was the Portland Regional Manager of the ReDirect Guide, a local green directory, and has served on the boards of Green Drinks PDX and VOIS (Voice for Oregon Innovation and Sustainability). She has also been a professional singer, dancer, public speaker and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.

As a Portland native, Heather enjoys the Pacific NW for its many outdoor offerings and an abundance of fantastic food!

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