What is a New Jersey Certification Number?
A New Jersey Certification Number is a state-issued identifier that allows a solar energy system to sell SRECs in the New Jersey market. All states with SREC programs require participating systems to obtain a state-specific certification number.
Who issues New Jersey Certification Numbers?
New Jersey Certification Numbers are issued by the New Jersey Clean Energy Program (NJCEP).
Why do I need to provide my New Jersey Certification Number?
Customers must provide their New Jersey Certification Number to Sol Systems so the system can be registered with PJM’s Generation Attribute Tracking System (GATS).
GATS is responsible for minting SRECs for systems in the PJM region.
What does a New Jersey Certification Number look like?
A New Jersey Certification Number follows this format:
NJ-######-SUN-I
(Each “#” represents a digit.)
Where can I find my New Jersey Certification Number?
The New Jersey Clean Energy Program sends certification numbers to the system owner by email.
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The email subject line is typically:
“NJ SRP CERTIFICATION LETTER – COMPLIANT”
If you cannot locate this email or did not receive it:
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Check your spam or filtered folders
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Contact the New Jersey Clean Energy Program directly by phone or email for assistance