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2000 – 2021

npower

UK-based electricity generator and supplier of gas and electricity

United KingdomEnergy and climate
Founded
2000
Closed
2021
Lifespan
21 years
Country
United Kingdom
City
Swindon
Sector
Energy and climate

In brief

npower was a UK-based electricity generator and supplier of gas and electricity. It was founded in 2000 and shut down in 2021.

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