Renewable Energy Certificate Study Act of 2024

This bill directs the Comptroller General to study how U.S. federal agencies use renewable energy certificates (RECs) to meet clean energy goals. The study will examine how REC demand influences new renewable energy investments, compare the costs and compliance risks of using RECs versus other methods (like power purchase agreements or onsite renewables), and assess expenses for both existing and new renewable projects. The findings will be reported to Congress with recommendations to improve how RECs support federal renewable energy investments. The bill itself does not change agency requirements but aims to inform future policy decisions.