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The new EVs are part of a broader investment in 6,000 new vehicles, over half of which will be electric
BT has announced the largest-ever commercial electric vehicle (EV) order in the UK, as the company continues its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. The order includes 3,500 new EVs, which will contribute to BT Group’s goal of operating the largest fleet of electric vehicles in the UK, with nearly 8,000 vehicles by 2026.
BT currently operates the second-largest commercial vehicle fleet in the UK, with over 27,000 vehicles. With 4,300 electric vehicles already in service, this new order brings the company closer to its target of achieving net-zero emissions by March 2031, with plans to extend this to its supply chain and customer emissions by 2041.
“By integrating yet more electric vehicles into our operations, we are taking another significant step towards reducing our carbon footprint and supporting the UK’s transition to a greener future. As we extend our full fibre build from 16 million homes and businesses today to 25 million by the end of 2026, having the most efficient, sustainable electric vehicles will give our engineers the edge as they connect customers at pace to our next generation networks. Our modern fleet will help us to be more efficient and deliver a better service for our customers,” said BT CFO Simon Lowth in a press release.
The EVs will be supplied by Ford, Stellantis, Toyota, and Renault over the next two years. This order aligns with BT Group’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, having already reduced its carbon emissions intensity by 61% since 2017. The company is also transitioning to more energy-efficient networks, including full fibre, 4G, and 5G, while phasing out older legacy systems.
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