geleverdeenergie

Geleverde energie is the quantity of energy that is actually delivered to a consumer’s premises during a billing period, as registered by the electricity or gas meter. It is the energy that has been consumed and is typically measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh) for electricity and in cubic meters (m3) for gas. The geleverde energie forms the core of the energy bill and is determined after meter readings and settlements by the energy supplier, usually on a monthly or annual basis.

In liberalized energy markets, consumers choose a supplier who purchases energy on wholesale markets and arranges delivery through the grid operators. Geleverde energie refers to the energy physically delivered through the transmission and distribution network to the customer, including some losses within the network. However, network tariffs and other charges are separate line items on the bill.

The energy supplier is responsible for supplying the geleverde energie to the customer and for invoicing it, while the grid operator handles the physical transport and maintains the network. The origin of the delivered energy—whether it comes from renewables, fossil fuels, or a mix—may be indicated separately through certificates or sustainability declarations, and customers can often opt for green-energy products even though the delivered energy remains the same quantity.

In reporting and settlements, geleverde energie serves as the basis for reconciliations between suppliers and network operators and for consumer billing. Regulations emphasize accurate measurement, transparency, and protection of consumers in the billing of delivered energy.