Recently, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration revised and issued the "Implementation Measures for the Division of Distribution Areas for Incremental Power Distribution Business"(Development and Reform Energy Regulation [2024] No. 317)(hereinafter referred to as the "Measures"). Focusing on social and industry concerns, relevant responsible comrades of the National Energy Administration were interviewed by reporters and answered questions from reporters.

ask:What is the background for the revision of the Measures? a:

In 2018, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration formulated and issued the "Implementation Measures for Distribution Area Division of Incremental Power Distribution Services (Trial)"(Development and Reform Energy Regulation [2018] No. 424) clarifies the basic principles, responsible entities and handling procedures for the distribution area division of incremental power distribution services, and puts forward principles for the existing assets and users involved in the distribution area division. The disposal opinions make specific provisions on the change and supervision of power distribution areas, and provide a policy basis for the distribution area division of incremental power distribution services.

In the six years since its implementation, this document has effectively promoted the division of power distribution areas and the issuance of power business licenses for the incremental power distribution reform pilot project. As the situation changes, some provisions of the original document are no longer suitable for the current reality of incremental power distribution reform. In order to further standardize the distribution area division of incremental power distribution services and steadily promote the reform of incremental power distribution services, we have revised them.

ask:What are the principles for revising the Measures? a:

We adhere to the revision principles of compliance with laws and regulations, problem-oriented, fairness and justice, and keeping pace with the times, fully reflect the spirit of the existing incremental power distribution reform policy documents, and actively absorb the practical experience formed in the division of power distribution areas.

ask:What are the main revisions to the Measures? a:

The main revisions include the following aspects:First, it is clear that the provincial energy department is responsible for the division of distribution areas in the province, and the dispatched agencies of the State Energy Administration are responsible for issuing power business licenses (power supply category) to the owners of incremental distribution business projects. Second, it is clear that the division of distribution areas should adhere to the basic principles of fairness and fairness, safety and reliability, economy and reasonableness, clear boundaries and clear responsibilities, so as to ensure the safe and stable development of the power grid. The distribution area shall be divided according to the geographical scope determined by the administrative area or development zone, industrial park and other overall planning, have a clear boundary, maintain the integrity and continuity of the distribution area as far as possible, and avoid repeated construction and cross power supply. affect the implementation of universal services and guaranteed power supply services. Third, it is clear that before the project owner is determined, the division of distribution area will facilitate the decision-making of potential investors and avoid follow-up disputes. The competent department in charge of distribution area division shall organize the preparation of distribution area division plan and solicit the opinions and suggestions of local governments, power grid enterprises, potential investors and other relevant stakeholders. Fourth, it is clear that the distribution area division opinion is the main basis for incremental distribution enterprises to apply for power business license (power supply category), and the independent division agreement between enterprises is no longer a prerequisite.

ask:How to promote the effective implementation of the Measures in the next step? a:

In the next step, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration will guide local government departments and power grid companies (including incremental power distribution companies) to divide the distribution areas of incremental power distribution services; guide the dispatched agencies of the National Energy Administration to do a good job in power business The issuance of licenses will help qualified incremental power distribution companies obtain legal operating status as soon as possible. At the same time, we will pay close attention to the implementation of the Measures, fully listen to the opinions and suggestions of all parties involved in the reform, continuously track the progress of incremental power distribution projects, and promote the implementation of pilot projects as soon as possible.

relevant policies:

Notice on Issuing the "Implementation Measures for the Division of Distribution Areas for Incremental Power Distribution Business"(Development and Reform Energy Regulation [2024] No. 317)