What is GAE Connect

GAE Connect is a brand new registry freshly developed to boost the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) sector in Africa, with increased functionality for issuance, trading, retirement and tracking.

Developed in partnership with zaRECS, Africa’s pioneering REC registry, GAE Connect combines lower costs, improved management tools, and new hourly tracking capabilities — giving both generators and buyers the confidence to transact in a trusted marketplace.

All RECs on GAE Connect are issued by zaRECS, and every redemption is verified and approved by them. This ensures that the recognised national standard plays an active role in maintaining market integrity.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Time-Stamped RECs

• What it is: Each REC now carries an hourly timestamp, showing precisely when the renewable electricity was generated.
• Why it matters: This allows for accurate matching of generation and consumption, enabling corporate buyers to align renewable energy purchases with their actual usage patterns. It also supports stronger claims in sustainability reporting and avoids greenwashing concerns.

2. Lower Fees & Better Administration

• What it is: A leaner fee structure and a streamlined admin console.
• Why it matters: Lower transaction costs make participation more viable for small- and medium-scale generators, not just large projects. Improved admin tools mean faster updates, fewer errors, and less time spent on paperwork.

3. Trade-Ready Monthly Issuance

• What it is: Verified RECs are issued each month, ready for trade as soon as they are available.
• Why it matters: Monthly issuance speeds up cash flow for generators and gives buyers timely access to verified RECs, helping them meet compliance deadlines or voluntary sustainability targets without long delays.

4. Comprehensive Portfolio Management

• What it is: An intuitive dashboard to track REC issuance, enable trades, manage holdings, and retire RECs.
• Why it matters: Users have full visibility over their assets in one place, reducing administrative complexity and helping avoid double-counting or missed trades.

5. Built-In Governance

• What it is: Embedded market protocols that enforce compliance and standardisation across all transactions.
• Why it matters: This ensures that every REC meets the same quality criteria, increasing buyer trust and protecting market integrity.

Security and Trust at the Core

Every trade on GAE Connect is:

• Encrypted and fully tracked throughout the lifecycle of the REC.
• KYC-verified for both buyers and sellers, reducing the risk of fraud.
• Settled via a trusted escrow mechanism, ensuring payment security.
• Fully auditable to meet stringent reporting and assurance requirements.

GAE Connect is more than just a registry – it’s the infrastructure Africa’s renewable energy market needs to grow with integrity. By giving both generators and buyers the tools, speed, and confidence to transact, it’s setting a new benchmark for transparency and efficiency.

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Disclaimer:
This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. The scenarios presented are illustrative and based on publicly available information and assumptions which may change. Readers should consult with a qualified advisor before making any investment or compliance decisions related to carbon credits or tax planning.

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