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Vodafone to 100% renewable energy in Europe by 1 July

Wednesday 23 June 2021 | 09:17 CET | News
Vodafone's entire European operations will be 100 percent powered by electricity from renewable sources from 1 July of this year, including all mobile and fixed networks, data centres, retail areas and offices. The company said it hopes to achieve the same milestone in Africa, by 2025. To celebrate the European milestone and raise awareness about its green network, the company will launch a consumer campaign that will include Vodafone's brand turning 'green' across key digital and social channels in 12 markets.

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Companies: Vodafone
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