TfL opens bidding to power London Tube network with renewable electricity

Michael Holder
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The London Tube network is one of the UK's biggest electricity consumers | Credit: iStock
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The London Tube network is one of the UK's biggest electricity consumers | Credit: iStock

Transport for London launches first in planned wave of tenders for wind and solar power purchase agreements

Transport for London (TfL) has launched its first tender for a power purchase agreement (PPA) as part of its overarching plan to ensure the UK capital's Tube network is powered by 100 per cent renewable...

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