Killian Daly

Wilson Ricks, a postdoctoral researcher at Princeton, and Killian Daly, executive director of Energy Tag, dive deep into the complexities of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). They discuss the proposed shift to hourly, local matching to enhance transparency and combat greenwashing. The guests analyze the challenges and administrative burdens this may pose for large companies, while emphasizing the importance of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) over spot RECs. They also touch on how data centers can successfully adapt to new regulations, paving the way for more genuine claims of 100% clean energy.

Killian Daly, Executive Director of EnergyTag and expert in renewable power, dives into the crucial topic of carbon accounting and its implications. He discusses the necessity of updating the GHG Protocol for better transparency and reliability in green energy claims. The conversation highlights how current practices can misrepresent actual emissions and the importance of matching energy consumption with real-time sources. Killian also addresses resistance from some corporations and presents the economic benefits of 24/7 renewable energy for data centers and beyond.

Killian Daly, the Executive Director at EnergyTag, shares insights into the world of energy certificates. He reveals how traditional yearly matching allows misleading claims of renewable energy usage. The conversation highlights the need for granular (hourly) certificates to improve transparency and credibility. Killian discusses the impact of hourly matching on corporate PPA strategies and the energy market. He also explains how accurate tracking can enhance storage investments and stability, urging large electricity consumers to lead this essential shift.