GRDF
GRDF is the operator of France's gas distribution grid, delivering gas to homes on behalf of every supplier and managing the Gazpar smart meter.
GRDF operates in the French Energy segment.
GRDF: Core Facts
- Entity Type
- Gas distribution grid operator
- Role
- Delivers gas to homes for every supplier
- Independence
- Independent of the supplier; shared by all suppliers
- Smart meter
- Gazpar (gas)
- Market
- Liberalised since 2007 (grid is shared and regulated)
- Regulated gas tariff
- Ended in June 2023 (supply is now market-priced)
- Regulator
- CRE (Commission de regulation de l'energie)
- Sells energy
- No (does not supply gas)
- Status
- Active Definition
- Verified
How GRDF compares
GRDF is NOT a supplier and is NOT a regulator. It does not sell gas or set market policy (suppliers such as Engie and the regulator CRE do that). GRDF operates the shared, regulated gas distribution grid and is independent of any single supplier.
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GRDF: Frequently Asked Questions
What is GRDF?
GRDF is the operator of France's gas distribution grid, delivering gas to homes on behalf of every supplier and managing the Gazpar smart meter. GRDF is a grid operator, not a supplier.
Does GRDF sell gas?
No. GRDF does not sell gas; it operates the distribution grid that carries gas to homes, while suppliers such as Engie, TotalEnergies, and Ilek sell the gas itself.
Is GRDF independent of my supplier?
Yes. GRDF operates the shared, regulated gas grid independently of any single supplier, so it delivers gas the same way regardless of which supplier you choose.
Who installs the Gazpar meter, GRDF or my supplier?
GRDF installs and manages the Gazpar gas smart meter, since GRDF operates the grid; your supplier only handles billing for the gas you use.
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