全国统一电力市场建设更进一步，两部门印发电力市场计量结算规则

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of a unified national electricity market in China has made significant progress with the issuance of the "Basic Rules for Electricity Market Measurement and Settlement" by the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration [2]. Group 1: Overview of the New Rules - The new rules clarify the basis, scope, and management requirements for measurement and settlement in the electricity market [2]. - The rules aim to address issues such as inconsistent measurement management, unclear responsibilities between grid companies and trading institutions, and delays in electricity bill settlements [2][4]. - The issuance of these rules marks the completion of a foundational rule system for the electricity market, which includes the "Basic Rules for Electricity Market Operation" and other related regulations [2]. Group 2: Settlement Process - The electricity market settlement consists of two main steps: the trading institution forming the settlement basis and the grid company conducting the electricity bill settlement [3]. - Trading institutions are responsible for compiling settlement data and coordinating issues related to settlement basis and electricity bill settlements [3]. - Grid companies are tasked with providing measurement data, issuing electricity bills, and coordinating settlement issues [3]. Group 3: Responsibilities and Management - The rules explicitly define the responsibilities of grid companies in verifying settlement bases and standardize the verification process [4]. - Market participants must have independent measurement conditions, and measurement devices must meet minimum settlement unit requirements [4]. - The rules standardize the rights and obligations of various market members regarding settlement processes, including preparation, issuance of bills, and payment collection [4]. Group 4: Risk Management and Compliance - The rules require trading institutions to conduct settlement risk assessments, and market participants must provide performance guarantees and deposits [4]. - Grid companies are required to apply for the use of settlement guarantees for market participants who fail to make timely payments [4]. - The rules also standardize the payment processes between power generation companies and grid companies, including VAT invoice issuance and settlement agreements [4].