Electric power generation, transmission and distribution

NACE v2.1 Code: D35.1

About electric power generation, transmission and distribution

NACE code 35.1 covers the industry of electric power generation, transmission, and distribution. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, as it is responsible for providing the essential electricity that powers homes, businesses, and industrial operations across various sectors. The generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity are fundamental to the functioning of modern society and economic development.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve the conversion of various energy sources, such as fossil fuels, nuclear energy, or renewable sources like hydropower, wind, and solar, into electrical energy. This process typically involves the use of turbines, generators, and other specialized equipment to transform the energy into a form that can be efficiently transmitted and distributed through power grids and networks.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the electric power generation, transmission, and distribution industry include raw materials like coal, natural gas, uranium, or renewable energy sources, as well as specialized machinery and equipment, such as turbines, generators, transformers, and power lines. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel, to operate and maintain the complex systems involved in the production and distribution of electricity.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the generation and supply of electrical energy, which is then distributed through transmission and distribution networks to a wide range of consumers, including 35.2 Manufacture of gas; distribution of gaseous fuels through mains, 36.0 Water collection, treatment and supply, 41.1 Development of building projects, 43.2 Electrical, plumbing and other construction installation activities, and various other industrial, commercial, and residential end-users.

Revisions to 35.1

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 35.1. The most recent 1 version of this code (35.1) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 35.1.

Family tree for electric power generation, transmission and distribution

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D'>D: ELECTRICITY, GAS, STEAM AND AIR CONDITIONING SUPPLY</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35'>35: Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/1'>35.1: Electric power generation, transmission and distribution</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/2'>35.2: Manufacture of gas, and distribution of gaseous fuels through mains</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/3'>35.3: Steam and air conditioning supply</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/4'>35.4: Activities of brokers and agents for electric power and natural gas</a>"]

    C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/11'>35.11: Production of electricity from non-renewable sources</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/12'>35.12: Production of electricity from renewable sources</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/13'>35.13: Transmission of electricity</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/14'>35.14: Distribution of electricity</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/15'>35.15: Trade of electricity</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/D/35/16'>35.16: Storage of electricity</a>"]


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