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I-RECs in Argentina
Argentina issued 2.4 million I-RECs in 2024, the 6th largest I-REC market in Latin America. Here is the market at a glance and how to buy Argentina I-RECs with Moendi.
The market
The I-REC market in Argentina
Argentina's I-RECs are mostly wind, from a relatively young fleet (average commercial operation in 2015). Redemptions jumped 63.9% in 2024, showing strong local demand for renewable claims.
- Local issuer: IRAM (Instituto Argentino de Normalización y Certificación).
- Registry: Evident, under the I-REC(E) Standard.
- Technologies: wind (65.8%), solar (18.8%), hydro (11.5%), biogas (2.5%), biomass (1.4%).
- Supply: 29 active devices and 3,353.1 MW of installed capacity.
Buying I-RECs in Argentina?
- Choose technology, vintage or plant
- Redeemed in your company's name
- Official, verifiable redemption statement
Key figures, vintage 2024
Argentina in numbers
| Metric | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| I-RECs issued | 2,380,994 MWh | +24.7% vs 2023 |
| I-RECs redeemed | 2,341,508 MWh | +63.9% vs 2023 |
| Latin America rank | 6th | |
| Active installed capacity | 3,353.1 MW | |
| Active registered devices | 29 | |
| Average commercial operation date | April 2015 |
Generation mix of I-RECs issued
| Technology | Share | Chart |
|---|---|---|
| Wind | 65.8% | |
| Solar | 18.8% | |
| Hydro | 11.5% | |
| Biogas | 2.5% | |
| Biomass | 1.4% |
Sources: Evident Device Register and the 2025 I-REC(E) Market Statistics from The International Tracking Standard Foundation. Analysis by Moendi.
How it works
Buying I-RECs from Argentina with Moendi
- Tell us what you needYour consumption, reporting period and any technology or vintage preference.
- We source and quoteWe find the right I-RECs from Argentina and send you a clear offer.
- Redeemed in your nameWe redeem the certificates for your company and send you the official statement.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who issues I-RECs in Argentina?
I-RECs in Argentina are issued by IRAM (Instituto Argentino de Normalización y Certificación), under the I-REC(E) Standard of The International Tracking Standard Foundation. All certificates are tracked in the Evident registry.
How many I-RECs does Argentina issue?
Argentina issued 2,380,994 MWh of I-RECs for vintage 2024 (+24.7% vs 2023), making it the 6th largest I-REC market in Latin America.
Which technologies are available in Argentina?
The 2024 issuance mix was wind (65.8%), solar (18.8%), hydro (11.5%), biogas (2.5%), biomass (1.4%). You can request I-RECs from a specific technology, vintage or plant.
Can I use Argentina I-RECs for RE100 and CDP?
Yes. I-RECs from Argentina are accepted by RE100 and in CDP reporting to cover electricity consumed in Argentina. Under the GHG Protocol market-based method, they reduce your Scope 2 emissions.
How do I buy I-RECs from Argentina?
Tell us your consumption, reporting period and preferred technology. Moendi sources the certificates, redeems them in your company's name and sends you the official redemption statement. Request a quote.
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