{"id":4911,"date":"2026-04-13T09:43:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T09:43:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/?p=4911"},"modified":"2026-04-13T09:43:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T09:43:49","slug":"white-certificates-what-they-are-how-they-work-and-what-theyre-worth-to-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/en\/blog\/white-certificates-what-they-are-how-they-work-and-what-theyre-worth-to-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"White Certificates: what they are, how they work and what they\u2019re worth to businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to <strong>energy efficiency<\/strong>, many companies are unaware that there are tools available that allow them to capitalise on the savings they have achieved. We are talking about <strong>White Certificates<\/strong>, also known as <strong>Energy Efficiency Certificates (EECs)<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a topic often perceived as technical or remote, but which in reality is of direct relevance to businesses seeking to reduce energy consumption, cut operating costs and strengthen their sustainability efforts. Understanding how White Certificates work helps to shed light on the relationship between energy efficiency measures, measurable results and the potential monetisation of energy savings. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>White Certificates: what are they?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">White Certificates are a scheme that recognises, including from an economic perspective, the <strong>energy savings<\/strong> achieved through specific efficiency measures. In other words, they reward projects that enable lower energy consumption whilst maintaining the same level of production or functionality. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why they are relevant to businesses: they do not concern abstract sustainability, but rather concrete efficiency applied to processes, capable of reducing waste, optimising costs, improving operations and enhancing competitiveness. Furthermore, EEcs have genuine economic value and can be sold. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do they work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is therefore important to clarify that credits do not depend on the mere installation of a technology, but on the project\u2019s ability to produce a verifiable energy outcome. Furthermore, projects eligible for the mechanism must be assessed prior to implementation, as EE credits relate to <strong>projects that have not yet been carried out.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For which types of work might they be relevant?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to the EECs mechanism, industrial companies must first ask themselves where, within the process, there is consumption that can be optimised. It is at this point that the issue ceases to be theoretical and becomes strategic. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are various types of work that may be relevant for the purposes of obtaining certificates. For example: <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2-1024x595.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4895\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2-1024x595.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2-768x446.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2-1536x893.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_Themis_2.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>in the <strong>industrial sector<\/strong>, heat recovery from production processes or the adoption of more efficient lighting systems, such as replacing old industrial lamps with LED technology;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>in the <strong>commercial and residential sectors<\/strong>, the installation of high-efficiency heat pumps or the improvement of thermal insulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, however, the potential does not stem from a single change, but from a more comprehensive review of the process, the management of energy flows, and the way in which the plant utilises existing resources.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At an industrial level, technologies such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/en\/products\/wrt\/\">Themis WRT,<\/a><\/strong> for example, stand out for their ability to operate under vacuum and to utilise heat sources already present within the plant, thereby helping to reduce the process\u2019s energy requirements.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who issues them and where are they traded?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two key players are involved in the White Certificates scheme: GSE and GME.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gse.it\/servizi-per-te\/efficienza-energetica\/certificati-bianchi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GSE (Energy Services Operator)<\/a><\/strong> is the key body responsible for access, management and the assessment of energy savings achieved. It is therefore responsible for recognising energy savings. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mercatoelettrico.org\/it-it\/Home\/GME\/ProfiloAziendale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GME (Energy Markets Operator)<\/a><\/strong>, on the other hand, manages the issuance of certificates and the trading platform. For this reason, the value of White Certificates should not be interpreted as fixed or automatic, but as part of a system in which certificates are traded according to precise rules. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much are White Certificates worth?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When asking \u201chow much are White Certificates worth?\u201d, it is essential to distinguish between their technical value and their economic value.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From a <strong>technical<\/strong> point of view, a White Certificate corresponds to one <strong>TEP saved<\/strong>, i.e. one tonne of oil equivalent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From an <strong>economic<\/strong> perspective, however, the <strong>value is not fixed<\/strong>, as it depends on the market and the dynamics of how the securities are traded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Bianchi_Themis Certificates\" class=\"wp-image-4897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_valore_Themis.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a business, however, the assessment should not stop at this point. The key issue is not merely \u2018how much the certificate is worth\u2019, but \u2018how much value the project generates overall\u2019. If a measure improves process efficiency, reduces consumption, optimises the use of resources and enhances the plant\u2019s sustainability, the benefit must be viewed within a broader context than that of the certificate alone.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who can get them?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both <strong>mandatory participants<\/strong> \u2013 that is, electricity and natural gas suppliers required to meet specific energy-saving targets \u2013 and <strong>voluntary participants<\/strong> \u2013 that is, companies and operators that may submit projects provided they meet the relevant criteria \u2013 are eligible to participate in the scheme.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For businesses, however, the key issue is not merely whether it is possible to obtain TEE certificates, but whether the project is actually generating measurable energy savings and whether the technical, organisational and administrative conditions are in place to properly capitalise on them. This assessment hinges on practical considerations such as <strong>who is funding the investment, who is submitting the project, and how the savings achieved are demonstrated.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why White Certificates are of interest to sustainability-focused businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working on energy efficiency means reducing consumption and, consequently, emissions as well. This is why White Certificates form part of a broader approach that also encompasses waste reduction, process improvement, <strong>environmental sustainability<\/strong> and a more structured management of <strong>compliance objectives<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a sustainability-focused business, these certificates can be more than just an incentive, as they are directly linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/sdgs.un.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ESG<\/a> objectives: they transform energy efficiency into a measurable, verifiable outcome that can also be leveraged strategically.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to tell if this approach is right for your business<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To determine whether a company is eligible for these certificates, there is one key question it must ask itself: does our project generate measurable energy savings that are consistent with the scheme\u2019s requirements and the company\u2019s business objectives?<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking at the issue from this perspective helps to avoid a very common mistake: starting with the incentive rather than the process. Even before assessing White Certificates, it is useful to understand where and how the company consumes energy: this is why an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/it\/blog\/diagnosi-energetica-da-obbligo-a-investimento\/\">energy audit <\/a>can serve as a strategic first step. White Certificates only become truly relevant when they are the result of a well-designed project, not the main reason why that project is undertaken.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Questions to ask yourself first<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before assessing the mechanism, every business should ask itself a few key questions:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where exactly do energy savings come from?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can it be measured and documented?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who is backing the investment, and in what capacity?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What value could the project generate in the medium term?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is this approach consistent with the company\u2019s efficiency and sustainability objectives?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These questions help to frame the topic properly and to determine whether there is genuine potential worth exploring.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The role of a technical partner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, the value of having a technical partner guide you through this process lies not only in their understanding of the mechanisms involved, but also in their ability to properly assess the industrial process and evaluate its potential. This involves carrying out preliminary analyses, setting up tests, utilising pilot plants and developing bespoke solutions based on the company\u2019s specific circumstances. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Themis<\/strong> approach operates precisely on this principle. Through analysis, technical validation and bespoke design, the company helps businesses identify the most effective way to optimise their treatment, recovery and energy management processes. It is precisely at this preliminary stage that it becomes possible to determine whether a project truly meets the criteria to be assessed for White Certificates.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_partner_Themis-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Bianchi_Themis Certificates\" class=\"wp-image-4899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_partner_Themis-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_partner_Themis-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_partner_Themis-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.themis-industries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Certificati-Bianchi_partner_Themis.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This is where a truly useful assessment begins: not with the title itself, but with the quality of the project behind it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What are EECs in simple terms?<\/strong><br\/>EECs, or White Certificates, are certificates that attest to energy savings achieved through an energy efficiency measure.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When is it appropriate to think about EECs?<\/strong><br\/>It makes sense to assess them when a company is implementing or has implemented a measure that results in significant, measurable and verifiable energy savings. A general improvement in processes is not enough. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Who buys White Certificates?<\/strong><br\/>Securities may be traded on the market organised by GME or through recorded bilateral transactions. Participants admitted to the mechanism, including obligated parties, operate within this system. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much are White Certificates worth?<\/strong><br\/>Technically, a White Certificate is worth one TEP saved. Economically, however, it does not have a fixed value: it depends on the market and the rules governing the trading of these certificates. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the GSE and what is the GME?<\/strong><br\/>Under the White Certificates scheme, the GSE acts as the central body responsible for access, management and reporting of savings, whilst the GME manages the market and the systems for registering and trading the certificates.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to energy efficiency, many companies are unaware that there are tools available that allow them to capitalise on the savings they have achieved. We are talking about White Certificates, also known as Energy Efficiency Certificates (EECs). 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