Metering & Billing

Measurement Infrastructure and Billing Processes in the Gas Market

Metering in the gas sector encompasses the technical infrastructure and processes for recording gas consumption and gas flows at various measurement points within the network. This includes the use of metering devices, the collection and transmission of measurement data, and the operation of metering points. Billing refers to the financial valuation and settlement of delivered or transported gas volumes based on these measurement values, applicable tariffs, and contractual agreements. Both areas are crucial for accurately determining energy consumption, ensuring fair customer billing, refinancing network infrastructure, and maintaining the economic stability of the gas market.

Network operators involved in metering are responsible for ensuring the proper operation of metering devices at their network interconnection and exit points as metering point operators. This includes providing accurate measurement data and exchanging relevant master data with market partners. A key challenge for network operators is ensuring measurement accuracy and data quality while delivering measurement data within the required deadlines.