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ASSETS AND LIABILITIES CLASSIFIED AS HELD FOR SALE - Additional Information (Details) - U.S. district energy operations $ in Millions | Jul. 16, 2021 USD ($)
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Disclosure of detailed information about assets and liabilities classified as held for sale [Line Items] |
Disposal of ownership interest, percentage | 40.00%
Proceeds from Disposition of Subsidiary | $ 600
Increase (decrease) through transfer between revaluation surplus and retained earnings, equity | 150
Consortium |
Disclosure of detailed information about assets and liabilities classified as held for sale [Line Items] |
Proceeds from Disposition of Subsidiary | $ 1,500

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