måleknutepunkter

Måleknutepunkt is a defined location in a measurement network where quantities such as electricity consumption, gas flow, or other physical variables are measured or aggregated for reporting, billing, and system operation. The term is used primarily in energy and utility sectors in Norway and other Nordic countries, but the concept is applicable to water, heat and telecom networks as well. Each måleknutepunkt is identified by a unique identifier and linked to a physical site or installation such as a customer premises, a feeder point, or a substation.

In electricity markets, måleknutepunkt often corresponds to a metering point (målepunkt) and to a set of metering devices at or near that location. Data from sensors and meters at the node is collected, validated, and transmitted to distribution and transmission system operators, market operators and metering data aggregators. The node serves as a basis for energy settlement, grid state estimation, and operational planning. In practice, a single facility or customer can have multiple måleknutepunkter if different circuits or measurement types are present.

Managing måleknutepunkter involves defining ownership, responsibilities for maintenance and data quality, and ensuring data security. Standard practice includes maintaining a registry or database of måleknutepunkter with attributes such as location, equipment installed, measurement capacity, reporting cadence, and historical data. The concept supports accurate billing, reliable grid operation, and transparent market settlement.