The UK’s largest electricity distribution business has pledged to become a net zero organisation by 2028.
Western Power Distribution (WPD) - which covers the South West, South Wales and Midlands - has outlined in its latest business plan how it will achieve the status more than 20 years ahead of UK Government targets.
The Bristol-based firm, which was acquired by National Grid for £7.8bn from US energy giant PPL Corporation last year, said more than half of its carbon emissions (57%) come from fuel consumed by its vehicles and generators.
