Electric power generation, transmission and distribution

isic code 351 covers the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric power. This industry is a critical component of modern infrastructure, providing the energy that powers homes, businesses, and industries across the globe. Electricity is essential for economic development and improving quality of life, making the 351 industry a vital part of the broader economy.

The production of electric power involves several key steps. Electricity is primarily generated through the conversion of other forms of energy, such as fossil fuels, nuclear energy, or renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. The generated electricity is then transmitted through high-voltage transmission lines and distributed to end-users via lower-voltage distribution networks.

The 351 industry requires a range of inputs, including fuel sources (e.g., coal, natural gas, uranium), power generation equipment (e.g., turbines, generators, transformers), and transmission and distribution infrastructure (e.g., power lines, substations, transformers). Additionally, this industry relies on skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel, to operate and maintain the complex systems involved in power generation, transmission, and distribution.

The primary output of the 351 industry is electrical power, which is then consumed by a wide range of other industries and economic activities. This includes 352 Manufacture of gas; distribution of gaseous fuels through mains, 36 Water collection, treatment and supply, 38 Waste collection, treatment and disposal activities; materials recovery, and 41 Construction of buildings, among others. The reliable and efficient supply of electricity is essential for the functioning of modern society and the broader economy.