United Utilities rolls out 10-year green fleet plan

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By 2028 water company says it will cut diesel use to zero

Water company United Utilities yesterday announced a plan to switch its entire operating fleet to green fuels within the next 10 years. United Utilities said it would eliminate diesel-fuelled vehicles...

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