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Public utilities

Scope note

Designates public or private enterprises under strict government regulation to provide without discrimination essential public services, such as gas, electricity, and sewers.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008609

Broader Terms used

organizations

Narrower Terms used

electric utilities

Equivalent Terms used

public utility

Created

13yrs ago

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