Definition
GSRN (Global Service Relation Number) is the globally unique number that identifies each individual metering pointThe fundamental unit in Elhub - the unique point in the electricity network where energy is measured and settled, identified by an 18-digit GSRN number. in the power grid. The number is 18 digits long and is structured according to the GS1Global standards organisation known for barcodes, GTIN and GSRN - the standard behind unique metering point IDs in the electricity market. standard: a company prefix code (assigned by GS1 to the grid companyCompany that owns and operates electricity grids and is responsible for power supply to end users.) followed by a serial number and a check digit. In Norway, each grid company assigns GSRNs to its metering points. ElhubNational hub for metering data and market processes in the Norwegian electricity market. uses GSRN as the primary key throughout its registry - all messages, all processes and all data exchanges reference GSRN. GSRN is permanent: even if a meter is replaced or a customer switches supplier, the GSRN number remains the same.