Distribution network operators in France
– Enedis, a subsidiary of EDF, distributes approximately 95% of electricity in France.
– The remaining 5% is distributed by 160 local electricity and gas distribution companies.
– These local distribution companies are known as entreprises locales de distribution d’électricité et de gaz (ELD).
Distribution network operators in Great Britain
– Distribution network operators in Great Britain are licensed by the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets.
– There are fourteen licensed geographically defined areas for distribution network operators.
– Distribution network operators distribute electricity from the transmission grid to homes and businesses.
– Under the Utilities Act 2000, distribution network operators are prevented from supplying electricity.
– Electricity supply is done by separate electricity supply companies chosen by the consumer.
– In 1990, regional electricity companies replaced the area boards in Great Britain.
– Distribution network operators are the successors to the distribution arms of the regional electricity companies.
– The Energy Networks Association is the trade association for distribution network operators.
– Independent distribution network operators (IDNO) own and operate electricity distribution networks.
– Building network operators (BNO) are responsible for cabling within large buildings with multiple meters.
Distribution network operators in Canada
– In Canada, distribution network operators are known as local distribution companies (LDC).
– LDCs buy power from larger companies and resell it to smaller customers.
– Larger customers in Canada typically buy power directly from wholesalers and bypass the LDC.
Related concepts
– Energy portal
– Electricity distribution companies by country
– Meter Point Administration Number
– Northern Ireland Electricity
References
– Jean Proriol, Rapport d’information No.3307 déposé par la commission des affaires économiques de l’Assemblée nationale
– Energy network indicators. Ofgem.
– Engineering Design Standard EDS 08-0118: Multi-Occupied Building Supplies (PDF)
– The Electricity (Class Exemptions from the Requirement for a Licence) Order 2001. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distribution_network_operator
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A distribution network operator (DNO), also known as a distribution system operator (DSO), is the operator of the electric power distribution system which delivers electricity to most end users. Each country may have many local distribution network operators, which are separate from the transmission system operator (responsible for transporting power in bulk around the country).
