The APX Environmental Team | APX VCS Registry

Lars Kvale
	Head of APX Environmental Markets Leading expert on REC and carbon markets Experience includes developing the GHG protocols in the California carbon market, renewable energy certification programs and environmental market registries (With APX since 2008)

Devon Walton
	Manager of the Environmental Management Account (EMA) Launched the APX SaaS registry business Experience includes environmental credit brokering and water and biodiversity credit program (With APX for more than 10 years)

Bryan Gower
	Manager of MRETS and NC-RETS Operations Expert on all REC Registry Operations Experience includes metering procedures and the design of multi-credit markets (With APX since 2007)

Nick D’Alleva
	Manager of APX VCS Registry Expert on voluntary carbon markets Experience includes brokering, operations and data management (With APX since 2009)

James Webb
	Manager of ACR, CAR, NEPOOL, GIS, and WREGIS Operations Expert on Carbon registry solutions in the California carbon market Experience in the New England and California REC market, as well as California ISO power scheduling (With APX since 2006)

Bao Ngo
	Manager of MIRECS and NAR Expert on Demand Response, Power Operations and Inter-registry REC transfers Experience includes project management, meter data management, and PUC Demand Response Filing monitoring (With APX since 2005)

Hung Chau
	Lead Developer for NEPOOL GIS, WREGIS, and Inter-Registry Transfers Architect of the APX Environmental Registry solution Expiernce includes developing the PJM GATS solution (With APX since 1997)

Andy Chiu
	Lead Developer for VCS and the VCS Project Database Experience includes developing the NEPOOL GIS, WREGIS, ERCOT systems and APX Power Market Solutions (With APX since 1997)

Elena Shulepov
	Lead Developer for ACR, CAR, MIRECS, MRETS, NAR, and NC-RETS Experience includes developing innovative solutions for RPS markets with multiple credit types (Michigan) and carve-outs (North Carolina) (With APX since 2007)

Jason Brome
	Chief of Technology for APX Environmental Built APX Environmental Management Account Platform Leads APX registry technology team Over eighteen years of experience delivering robust, scalable technology solutions (With APX since 2009)

Katherine Graham
	COO, APX Power Markets Led the implementation of WREGIS and VCS Experience includes power trading, scheduling, and settlements (With APX since 2006)

Carl Schlemmer
	Manager of APX Demand Response Programs Lead business analyst in charge of designing functionality for ACR, CAR and VCS as well as Environmental Management Account Experience includes energy efficiency software and consulting (With APX since 2007)

The APX VCS Registry operates as a secure infrastructure for tracking environmental credits across voluntary and compliance markets. Its platform is designed to support the registration, issuance, transfer, and retirement of verified units, including voluntary carbon units and renewable energy certificates. By providing a centralized environment for documentation and reporting, the registry helps ensure that environmental claims can be traced through every stage of their lifecycle. The platform is built to accommodate a broad range of participants, from project developers and account holders to accredited third parties and market operators. This infrastructure has become a trusted foundation for organizations that need reliable systems for managing environmental commodities.

The registry emphasizes credibility and transparency as core principles of its design. It enables participants to upload required documents, initiate the registration process, and monitor the status of their holdings in real time. Each step is structured to maintain the integrity of the underlying environmental assets, supporting both public reporting needs and private account management. The platform also facilitates connections between sellers and buyers of credits, contributing to a more seamless trading environment. By offering a robust technical framework, the registry helps enhance confidence among governments, businesses, and consumers who rely on verified environmental claims to inform their decisions and climate strategies.

Environmental markets continue to evolve, with new mechanisms being developed to address emerging challenges in carbon reduction. The registry is designed to keep pace with these developments, supporting initiatives that span multiple jurisdictions and program types. Its flexible architecture allows it to adapt to changing protocol requirements and emerging market structures. The platform is positioned to serve as a long-term partner for organizations pursuing environmental objectives, whether they are working within established compliance programs or participating in voluntary efforts. As the landscape of climate action grows more complex, the role of reliable tracking infrastructure becomes increasingly important for ensuring that environmental outcomes are real, measurable, and supported by verifiable records.

A key strength of the registry lies in the experience behind its operation. The team managing the platform brings decades of combined expertise in environmental markets, carbon protocols, and registry systems. This background informs the design and continuous improvement of its tracking and reporting capabilities. The combination of technical infrastructure and practical market experience allows the registry to address the operational needs of diverse participants, from large-scale developers to individual offset holders. By focusing exclusively on environmental market infrastructure, the platform is able to maintain a specialized approach that reflects the unique requirements of these markets and the communities they serve.

The registry also aims to support broader participation in climate action by making the registration and retirement of environmental units as accessible as possible. Its online portal allows participants to manage their accounts, request actions, and review holdings through a streamlined interface. The platform is designed to accommodate both new entrants exploring offset options and experienced participants managing complex portfolios. By providing a trusted environment for these activities, the registry contributes to the overall credibility of voluntary environmental markets. Its role in connecting various stakeholders and facilitating the movement of environmental commodities underscores the importance of well-designed systems in supporting global efforts to address climate change and promote sustainable practices.