sähkönmyyntiyhtiö

A sähkönmyyntiyhtiö is a Finnish term that translates to "electricity sales company" or "electricity retail company." These companies are responsible for selling electricity directly to end consumers, which can include households, businesses, and other organizations. In Finland, the electricity market is liberalized, meaning that consumers have the freedom to choose their electricity supplier from a variety of companies.

These companies purchase electricity from power producers or wholesale markets and then resell it to consumers. They typically offer different types of electricity contracts, varying in price, contract duration, and whether the electricity is generated from renewable or non-renewable sources. Consumers can compare offers from different sähkönmyyntiyhtiöt and switch suppliers if they find a more advantageous deal. The core function of a sähkönmyyntiyhtiö is to manage the billing and customer service aspects of electricity provision, while the physical transmission of electricity is handled by separate network companies. This separation allows for competition in the sales market, aiming to provide consumers with more choice and potentially lower prices.