Transmission
The transmission network controls energy flows, ensuring the equilibrium between supply and demand. Since electricity cannot be stored, transmission plays an essential role in supplying our end-customers.
RTE-EDF ‘cat’-type high-voltage pylon
The network
The transmission network carries electricity from where it is generated to the distribution network and ensures interconnection with the power grids of neighboring countries. This activity is part of the regulated sector.
In France
RTE-EDF Transport, an EDF subsidiary, operates the electricity transmission network in France. Due to its geographical position, the transmission network of RTE-EDF Transport is at the heart of the European energy market.
RTE-EDF Transport is responsible for:
- Operating, maintaining and developing the public network
- Safe and reliable operation of the system and the adjustment of generation to consumption
- Fair and non-discriminatory access to the electricity transmission network for all users.
RTE-EDF Transport has refined the tools available to its customers by improving its systems for adjusting supply to demand. Its tariffs are established by decree, based on instructions by the French Energy Regulation Commission.
At the heart of Europe
- Developing cross-border interconnections improves to the flow of energy between countries and the smooth running of the European system.
- European transmission network operators create partnerships for managing interconnections and cross-border exchanges in order to improve security of supply and the overall operation of the European central network.
Taking a closer look
