Introduction to The Climate Registry

1. Introduction to The Climate Registry Gary Gero Washington Department of Ecology November 5, 2007

3. Background of the Climate Registry • Founded by discussions among states that had established or were interested in establishing state or regional GHG registries. • States were considering a variety of policies to reduce GHG emissions and an effective mechanism to track was the first step. • Incorporated in March 2007 in Washington, D.C. as a non-profit organization • Currently seeking organizations to be charter reporters and be recognized at the launch in January 2008

4. The Climate Registry • The largest climate initiative in North America • States representing over 80% of U.S. population involved, along with Canadian provinces, Mexican states and Indian tribes • Its about precise accurate measurement • Critical first step to address climate change • This is one thing that a wide variety of states can agree on • European example-why measurement is important

5. Key Principles • A common accounting standard and infrastructure to support state policies • Policy neutral—leave policy to the states • The recognized platform for credible and consistent GHG emissions reporting in North America across borders and industry sectors • Independent third-party verification • Public reporting while respecting business confidentiality

6. Value to states/tribes/provinces • Create accounting infrastructure to support their GHG policies • Cost effective—build on what is established • Collaborate with other jurisdictions • A voice in establishing national standards • Help companies to establish a baseline and demonstrate reductions

7. Benefits for organizations to reportto the Climate Registry • A cost effective means to measure GHG emissions • Document early actions for state or federal recognition • Prepare for potential regulation • Education for employees on GHG emissions • Save money on energy • Access to software and technical support • Recognition as a global environmental leader

9. How to participate: Step One -- Gather your data (1) • Input data into web-based software • Annually, on calendar year basis • All 6 Kyoto gases (CO2, CH4, N2O, HFCs, PFCs, SF6) • Direct: stationary, mobile, process and fugitive • Indirect: electricity and steam • De minimis: 3%

10. How to participate: Step One -- Gather your data (2) • Control-based reporting (except electric power) • Geographic scope: All North America by 2010 • Transitional reporting: At least one gas for at least one state/province for 2008 and 2009 • Tracking mostly through utility bills and vehicle fuel • Base year: Anytime from 1990 to present, recalculate if 3% change

11. How to participate: Step Two -- Verify • Have your data reviewed by an approved verifier annually

12. How to participate: Step Three -- Report • Report your bottom line data publicly on the Climate Registry website • Your annual public report will include summary emissions data along with other information you wish to report about your environmental efforts, programs and reduction targets

13. Protocol and Software Development • General reporting protocol was developed by Programs and Protocols Committee and is currently out for public comment • You should review and comment • Board will adopt final protocol in January • Verification protocol will be released for public comment in January • Software will be operational by March 2008

14. Costs of Participation Annual Participation Fee Annual Verification Fee Staff time

15. How to participate • Submit signed Statement of Intent • Pay fee • National recognition as a founding affiliate— if signed up by January 2008 • Actual reporting and verification work does not start until 2008

16. More information available atwww.TheClimateRegistry.org