Recent Problems In Electricity Distribution Sector: ELDER Decision

Introduction

"Great electricity energy systems are accepted as the most complex man-made machines."¹ Electricity energy is used in almost in every area of our highly populated modern cities. In that sense, the usage of the "most complex man-made machines" encumbers responsibility on the undertakings that own electricity distributorship networks, with regard to the provision of continual and high quality electricity to cities and industries.

In recent years, the Turkish electricity distribution sector has been experiencing a transformation. Following the privatization of Dicle Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş. in 2013, electricity has begun to be distributed through private legal entities. However, as a result of these privatizations, distribution activities have become the most debated subject in the electricity sector.