With significant specialisation in the energy transition space, Burges Salmon LLP stands out in the renewable energy sector for handling high-value and often cross-border projects. The team advises a deep roster of clients in the industry, providing strategic counsel on M&A, financings, project developments as well as consenting and regulatory matters related to various renewable energy sources, including onshore and offshore wind, solar, geothermal energy, and green hydrogen. Practice head Ross Fairley is recognised for his work on a wide range of projects, including solar, battery, offshore and onshore wind, electric vehicle, tidal, and hydrogen. Notably, he is involved in developing innovative approaches to trading green electricity in the UK. Nick Churchward is a leading expert in waste-to-energy, biomass, and renewable energy trading arrangements and regulation, while Euan Bremner specialises in advising developers, investors, and debt funders on renewable energy and infrastructure projects throughout the UK, including wind, solar, and battery storage initiatives. Camilla Usher-Clark and James Phillips are also key contacts for renewable energy projects and transactions. Emma Andrews, meanwhile, is highly recommended for finance transactions, particularly in the renewables, clean heat, waste, and energy sectors.
Renewables in London
Burges Salmon LLP
Responsables de la pratique:
Ross Fairley
Autres avocats clés:
Nick Churchward; Euan Bremner; Camilla Usher-Clark; James Phillips; Emma Andrews
Les références
‘Great team. Very commercially aware.’
‘Very strong on maintaining working relationships. Of note is Euan Bremner.’
‘They know what they talk about. Business minded legal advice.’
Principaux clients
Blue Gem Wind/A JV between Total and Simply Blue
Green Investment Group/Macquarie
Atrato Onsite Energy PLC (listed fund)
Drax
BayWa r.e. UK Limited
Octopus Energy (listed funds)
Ocean Winds Offshore
ENGIE
Equans
Equinor
RWE
EDF
European Marine Energy Centre
MeyGen Tidal
West Somerset Tidal Lagoon
Nova Innovation
ESB
Protium Green Solutions
Aggregate Industries
ERG
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Eden Geothermal
Principaux dossiers
- Advised DESNZ on the Route to Market workstream of the Heat Network Zoning Transition project.
- Advised Protium, a specialist hydrogen development company, on a project to decarbonise heavy goods vehicles using the M4 Motorway. The project is a collaboration between Protium and Marubeni and aims to source green hydrogen which will be produced by both parties and to set up hydrogen refuelling hubs located near the M4.
- Advised Atrato’s listed ROOF fund on the entirety of their renewable project portfolio.
Clifford Chance LLP
Clifford Chance LLP continues to secure a leading position in the renewable energy sector, demonstrating considerable expertise in both offshore and onshore wind, as well as solar energy projects. The firm’s energy transition group stands out for assisting clients with complex, high-value work in the energy transition space, notably including green hydrogen projects. Beyond her expertise in offshore wind projects and renewable energy transactions, practice co-head Clare Burgess is noted for sustainable bonds and green bonds work. Praveen Jagadish leads the charge within London’s green hydrogen group, specialising in low-carbon energy generation solutions. The team also includes Nicholas Hughes, recognised for having recently advised on some of Africa’s largest renewables’ transactions, and Jonathan Dillon, an expert in domestic and cross-border M&A related to clean energy, renewables and brownfield infrastructure assets.
Responsables de la pratique:
Clare Burgess; Praveen Jagadish
Autres avocats clés:
Nicholas Hughes; Jonathan Dillon
Principaux clients
Actis
Renantis
Brookfield Renewable Partners
AIP Management
Marubeni Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Actis on the sale of BTE Renewables to ENGIE and Meridiam for a total enterprise value of US$1 billion.
- Advised the export credit agencies and lenders on the financing of the construction and operation of the 1,022MW Hai Long offshore wind farm project in Taiwan.
- Advised AIP/PKA and PFA on the sale of a 12.5% indirect interest in the 660 MW Walney Extension offshore wind farm in the UK to Octopus Energy.
CMS
CMS offers comprehensive advice to a deep roster of clients on a range of complex transactions, projects, and disputes in the renewables and alternative energy space. Leveraging its global footprint, the firm’s expertise extends to the development of offshore and onshore wind projects, greenfield portfolio acquisitions, and strategic counsel on green hydrogen production. The energy and climate change group is led by Munir Hassan, who routinely advises on low carbon projects as well as offshore wind, onshore wind, solar and biomass transactions. He is regularly assisted by clean energy specialist Louise Dalton, a key contact for matters related to energy storage and batteries, and the transition to net-zero. The team also benefits from the regulatory insights provided by Matthew Brown, particularly in navigating the complex regulatory landscape surrounding renewable energy initiatives. Dalia Majumder-Russell further enhances the team’s expertise with her knowledge of renewable energy transactions, commercial agreements, and regulatory frameworks, while corporate specialist Charles Currier is another key contact for complex transactions in the renewables sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Munir Hassan
Autres avocats clés:
Louise Dalton; Matthew Brown; Dalia Majumder-Russell; Charles Currier
Les références
‘This CMS energy team has supported our large growing renewables business being our key strategic legal provider, managing the majority of legal aspects to ‘industry first’ energy deals in EMEA. They have specialised, deep legal and commercial expertise which is unparalleled in the industry.’
‘Dalia Majumder-Russell stands out as a subject-matter expert and skilled negotiator.’
‘The team provides excellent customer service, collaborating with experts to support a variety of renewable energy transactions throughout the EU.’
Principaux clients
EDF
SSE
Aviva
DIF Capital Partners
Equinor
GE
Octopus Energy
Ocean Winds
BP
Siemens
Macquarie
Vattenfall
Total Energies
Isle of Man Government
The Government of Romania
HYRO Energy
Global Green Growth Initiative
Hargreaves
InfraRed Capital Partners
Sembcorp
Scottish Power
Muirhall Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Equinor on its offshore wind transactions with BP relating to the Empire and Beacon offshore wind projects.
- Advised infrastructure fund manager DIF Capital Partners on its acquisition of a greenfield portfolio of ready-to-build co-located solar and battery storage projects.
Herbert Smith Freehills LLP
Chaired by global energy head Lewis McDonald, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP is renowned for its instrumental role in advising clients on pivotal energy transition projects. The team routinely provides expert guidance on the development, financing, acquisition, and sale of various renewable energy and new technologies projects. Their wide-ranging focus encompasses onshore and offshore wind and solar energy initiatives, battery energy storage systems, and energy-from-waste plant projects. Key contacts in the firm’s renewables practice include Sarah Pollock, a go-to choice for both leading renewable investors and new market entrants striving to achieve their net-zero goals, and clean energy transition specialist Silke Goldberg, who advises on renewable power generation transactions, climate change liability and litigation issues as well as emission trading regimes. Matthew Job is recognised for his contributions to energy transition work, while Helen Beatty is a notable authority on decarbonisation matters. Charlotte Whight is also highly recommended for renewables projects spanning wind, solar battery energy storage systems and green hydrogen.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lewis McDonald
Autres avocats clés:
Sarah Pollock; Silke Goldberg; Matthew Job; Helen Beatty; Charlotte Whight
Linklaters LLP
In the renewable energy sector, Linklaters LLP demonstrates a wealth of expertise in navigating major energy transition projects, both domestically and on a global scale. The team excels in providing comprehensive support across the spectrum of renewable energy transactions, encompassing development, financing, acquisitions, sales, and refinancing of offshore wind and green hydrogen projects. The global energy practice is chaired by Richard Coar and Chris Staples, renowned for advising on a diverse array of renewables transactions. Richard Ginks offers invaluable expertise in energy-from-waste and offshore wind projects, while Francesca Matthews further enhances the team’s capabilities with her specialised knowledge in the development and financing of large-scale low carbon projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Chris Staples; Richard Coar
Autres avocats clés:
Richard Ginks; Francesca Matthews
Principaux clients
Northland Power
Equitix
Bruc Opt Energy Partners
ESP (Electricity Supply Board)
Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets (Europe) Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised a group of commercial lenders, ECAs and multilateral financial institutions on the development and CAD 5.2bn non-recourse green financing of the Baltic Power offshore wind farm, which is owned by ORLEN (51%) and Northland Power (49%).
- Advised Northland Power Inc. (NPI) and Mitsui & Co., Ltd (Mitsui) as joint developers, and the Hai Long project companies, on the TWD 117bn project financing of the 1,022MW Hai Long offshore wind farm project in Taiwan.
- Advised Equitix in relation to its acquisition of a 50% interest in UK Green Investment Rampion Limited (“UKGIRL”) from Macquarie Asset Management.
Norton Rose Fulbright
Under the leadership of renewable energy and energy transition specialist Rob Marsh, Norton Rose Fulbright’s renewables team provides comprehensive support to a diverse client base across all facets of solar and wind projects, covering the entire value chain from development and financing to acquisitions and arbitration proceedings. Charles Whitney is a key figure for complex project renewable energy financings in emerging markets, with a particular focus on Uzbekistan, while Chris Down is renowned for his expertise in advising on the development and financing of numerous wind and solar projects. Stephen Rigby chairs the firm’s corporate and M&A renewables practice, bringing extensive experience in joint ventures, acquisitions, investments, and divestitures across offshore wind, solar, and energy storage projects. Madhavi Gosavi, a specialist in project and structured finance, adds further depth to the team’s capabilities, while Melusi Dlamini, newly promoted to partner, focuses on the development and financing of large-scale renewable energy projects across multiple jurisdictions. In the project finance space, Chris Aird and Ben Carrozzi support with the financing, construction, and development of onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, and hydrogen projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Robert Marsh
Autres avocats clés:
Charles Whitney; Chris Down; Stephen Rigby; Madhavi Gosavi; Melusi Dlamini; Chris Aird; Ben Carrozzi
Les références
‘I would specifically mention Charles Whitney and Chris Down, who are engaged in massive energy projects for renewables in Uzbekistan.’
‘Charles Whitney has a great track-record of advising his clients in Uzbekistan for decades. He stays abreast with recent policy and legislative developments and dedicates significant time to understand and make it happen for the clients entering the market.’
‘Chris Down is a very dedicated and committed partner who spends lots of his efforts on renewable energy deals in Uzbekistan. He is very reasonable, delicate and diplomatic when negotiating with the government, and he knows how to persuade parties to find compromise in view of ever-changing landscape and geopolitical challenges.’
Principaux clients
MUFG
bp
TotalEnergies
Shell
ExxonMobil
Marubeni
Lightsource bp
Brookfield
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar)
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA)
Greencoat UK Wind plc
Air Products
Vestas
IFC
Neoen
JBIC
Ocean Winds
CIBC
Santander
Société Générale
CA-CIB
Quinbrook
Just Climate
JERA
Hermes Infrastructure
Equinor
Octopus Energy
EDF
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Infinity Power in connection with its acquisition of the entire shareholding of Lekela Power (Lekela), an Africa based wind power platform, from a consortium led by Actis and Mainstream funds.
- Advised Moray Offshore Windfarm (West) Limited on the GBP 1.85 billion financing and development of the Moray West offshore wind farm in the Moray Firth, Scotland.
- Advised Masdar on the successful development and financing of two 220MW solar PV projects in the Samarkand and Jizzakh regions of Uzbekistan provided under the Investment Law, in addition to the development and financing of the 450MW Sherabad Solar PV IPP procured by the GOU under the Investment Law.
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP‘s energy and infrastructure practice covers all aspects of renewable energy projects, ranging from M&A transactions and joint venture agreements to regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. The team notably advises on a range of renewable generation and energy transition projects both in London and globally, including offshore wind energy projects, the establishment of green hydrogen and solar PV facilities, and matters concerning battery storage. The firm’s global renewables practice is chaired by Evan Stergoulis, a key contact for renewable energy projects both in the UK and internationally. Wind energy and offshore transmission specialist Ravinder Sandhu acts on large-scale renewable M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, and regulatory matters, while Adam Smith is recognised for his expertise in corporate and finance transactions in the renewables space. Another key contact is Simon Alsey, whose focus is on project development and commercial contracts in the renewable energy sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Evan Stergoulis
Autres avocats clés:
Ravinder Sandhu; Adam Smith; Simon Alsey; Oliver Sikora; Rebecca Grevitt; April Lord
Les références
‘Orrick have a deep understanding of the OFTO regime. Ravinder Sandhu and Simon Alsey fill you with trust, knowing that both their legal and commercial advice is sound.’
‘Ravinder Sandhu is a fantastic individual to work with. A deep understanding of both the legal and commercial aspects of an OFTO transaction – she fills the client with confidence that they will land at the best possible commercial outcome.’
‘Ravinder Sandhu and Evan Stergoulis were the core team I worked with on a UK offshore wind transaction last year. All were excellent, very easy to deal with and collaborate with.’
Principaux clients
AXA
Atradius (The Netherland’s Export Credit Agency)
BlackRock Renewable Power Group
Bluefloat Energy
Capricorn Energy
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
Corio
CTBC
Danske
Development Bank of Japan Inc.
EDF
Eksfin
Energia
Engie
ENI
Equinor
EIFO
ExxonMobil (10+ years)
Gentari International Renewables
Glennmont Partners
JERA
JP Morgan
KSURE
Kyuden International Corporation
La Banque Postale
Macquarie
Microsoft Corporation
MUFG
Neoen
NextEnergy Solar Fund
Octopus Energy
Ørsted
OX2
PKA AIP Direct II K/S
Renantis UK Limited
RockRose Energy plc
Sizewell C Nuclear Liabilities Financing Assurance Board
SMBC
SSE
Sustainable Development Capital Limited (SDCL)
Taiwan Cooperative Bank
Total
Tullow Oil
UK Export Finance (UKEF)
Vedanta
Vedera Partners
Vinci
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Ørsted, AXA Real Estate Investment Managers S.A and Crédit Agricole Assurances through their joint venture vehicles on the disposal of the Hornsea Two offshore wind farm transmission assets, located in the North Sea off the Yorkshire coast.
- Advised the lenders and hedge counterparties on the approx. EUR 220,000,000 partially merchant, corporate PPA backed project financing of the Bjorkliden, Lumivaara and Storbotet onshore wind farms in Finland, with a combined nameplate capacity of 202.5 MW.
- Advised Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) on its partnership with Bute Energy (Bute). As part of the transaction, CIP’s flagship fund Copenhagen Infrastructure IV K/S will invest in Bute’s portfolio of onshore wind farms and solar PV projects, some with co-located battery energy storage systems, under development in Wales, UK.
Watson Farley & Williams LLP
Led by Henry Stewart , Watson Farley & Williams LLP‘s energy and infrastructure practice advises on a comprehensive range of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, green hydrogen, biomass, and battery storage, offering expertise in project financing, M&A, and dispute resolution. Martin Lucas has extensive experience advising developers, debt and equity funders in the offshore wind sector, both during development and construction phases, as well as through acquisitions and disposals. Dispute resolution expert Rebecca Williams is noted for handling projects related to the UK’s offshore wind energy generating capacity, and Katherine Best has broad experience with renewables transactions such as solar, onshore and offshore wind, and biomass. Jennifer Charles specialises in domestic and international project financings with a focus on renewables, encompassing financing aspects, M&A, commercial projects, and regulatory matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Henry Stewart
Autres avocats clés:
Martin Lucas; Rebecca Williams; Katherine Best; Jennifer Charles
Les références
‘The renewables team has in depth power market experience and a highly commercial approach to negotiations.’
‘Incredibly experienced, knowledgeable and industry focused advice.’
‘Martin Lucas is the most standout lawyer in the offshore wind circuit. Nothing that he doesn’t know or cannot support with.’
Principaux clients
Lightsource bp
Varco Energy Limited
TotalEnergies Renewables SAS
Sonnedix UK Services Limited
Envision Energy
DIF Capital Partners
NatWest
Infranity SAS
Orsted
Vattenfall
Equinor
Santander
Investec
Hitachi Zosen Inova
Citibank
Cleve Hill Solar Park
Star Energy
Gresham House
BlueFloat
Shams Ma’an Power
Principaux dossiers
- Advised TotalEnergies on its sale of a 25.5% equity stake in the Seagreen offshore wind farm for £522m to PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited, a subsidiary of Thailand’s national oil and gas company PTT.
- Advised Sonnedix on a €500m loan facility to finance the construction of its renewable development pipeline in Europe and the UK, particularly in Spain, Italy and England.
- Advised global clean energy developer and contractor Envision Energy International Trading Limited in connection with their turbine supply, and subsequent services in relation to a 2.2 GW wind farm that will form part of a 4 GW renewable energy plant that will provide the basis for generating green hydrogen in one of the world’s largest utility scale, commercially-based green hydrogen facility located in the Middle East.
Addleshaw Goddard
Drawing on its extensive experience representing major developers, energy corporates, utilities, and funds, Addleshaw Goddard solidifies its leading position in the renewables sector through its involvement in complex, high-value projects across wind, solar, green hydrogen, and storage. The firm boasts an accomplished team, including Leeds-based Richard Goodfellow, a key contact for wind, energy-from-waste, and biomethane projects. Matthew Williams is renowned for his proficiency regarding cutting-edge technology, with a focus on floating offshore wind, green hydrogen production, and battery storage solutions. Paul Jones focuses on energy transition projects aimed at achieving low carbon outcomes. Rory Connor‘s expertise lies in wind and renewable heat projects, offering strategic guidance to clients navigating this evolving sector, while Glasgow-based Sarah Baillie is recommended for issues related to the development of battery energy storage systems.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sarah Baillie; Rory Connor; Richard Goodfellow; Matthew Williams
Autres avocats clés:
Paul Jones
Principaux clients
Alpiq AG
Schroders Greencoat LLP
National Grid ESO
European Energy
NeXtWind
Greenvolt Power
World Bank
Alcemi Storage Developments UK Limited
Norfund
Peel NRE Renewables
SSE
Octopus Investments
Greenvolt
Serengetti Energy
Gridworks
Highview Power
UKIB
World Bank
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Swiss power company Alpiq on the sale of its energy operations in Bulgaria. The assets were eventually sold to a consortium comprising RGREEN INVEST (a French investment company) and Renalfa (an Austrian clean energy developer and investor).
- Advised BP on the auction for green hydrogen in Oman. The potential overall scope for BP is vast, and may include up to 20GW renewables for the purpose of producing green hydrogen in facilities in Oman.
- Advised Copenhagen head-quartered renewable energy company, European Energy, on the divestment of the 40 MW Bubney solar project in the UK.
Dentons
Dentons‘ power team advises on several greenfield renewable project developments, both in the UK and globally. This includes providing strategic counsel on complex solar, battery storage, and green hydrogen projects, as well as handling power procurement matters for renewable power and carbon credit trading arrangements. Practice head Lucille De Silva is a recognised authority in the renewable energy sector, where she routinely handles renewables and low carbon transactions, particularly in the solar energy space. Recently promoted to partner, Gareth Tenner offers strategic advice on a range of projects, including green hydrogen, onshore and offshore wind, energy from waste, battery storage, and hydro initiatives. Colm Ó hUiginn remains another key contact for renewable power M&A transactions in the UK and Ireland, while Mel Mahon focuses on renewable energy projects across multiple technologies.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lucille De Silva
Autres avocats clés:
Gareth Tenner; Colm Ó hUiginn; Mel Mahon; Graham Richmond
Les références
‘Lucille De Silva’s expertise in solar projects, and renewable projects more widely, is unparalleled.’
‘Dentons’ energy projects team has a good-level of understanding of the renewable technologies, including on project construction and operation and related contracts.’
‘Graham Richmond is highly experienced across all renewable technologies in the UK market. He has particular expertise in O&M/LTSAs for large scale projects and has helped us navigate complex issues, collaboratively with pragmatic advice and solutions.’
Principaux clients
Bp
Pale Blue Dot (Storegga Earth)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad/ Vantage RE Limited
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (formerly BEIS)
Crossbridge Energy A/S
Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company)
Centrica
KOWEPO
CERO
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Crossbridge Energy A/S on a cooperation agreement with Everfuel for the development and offtake of green hydrogen from Everfuel’s anticipated 300MW electrolyser plant at the Fredericia, Denmark refinery which Crossbridge operates.
- Advised Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masda on the development of three renewable energy projects in Azerbaijan for a combined capacity of 1GW: (a) a 445 MWac solar PV project; (b) a 315 MWac solar PV project; and (c) a 240 MWac onshore wind project, which will each involve the State Oil Co. of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) as a minority shareholder.
- Advised Rio Energy, an Equinor ASA subsidiary and one of Brazil’s leaders in the development of onshore renewable energy on a cross-border module supply agreement in relation to a circa. 150MW solar farm in Brazil
DLA Piper
DLA Piper‘s power and renewables practice advises across the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects, advising on acquisitions, developments, and financings of onshore and offshore wind, asolar power, and green hydrogen projects. The team also advises on corporate transactions, project documentation, and regulatory compliance in the energy transition domain. Energy and natural resources co-chair Natasha-Luther Jones has significant expertise in the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy assets, while fellow co-chair James Carter focuses on corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs). Andreas Gunst is recognised for his regulatory prowess in areas such as green hydrogen, renewable energy certificates, and CO2 emission allowances, while Anna Mills specialises in resolving disputes within the renewable energy sector. Other key contacts include Charlotte Eliades, recommended for project financing and development solutions within the renewable energy sector; Kenneth Wallace-Mueller, who focuses on renewable energy procurement and trading; and Tom Metcalfe, who handles onshore wind, solar developments and PPAs.
Responsables de la pratique:
Natasha Luther-Jones; James Carter
Autres avocats clés:
Andreas Gunst; Anna Mills; Charlotte Eliades; Kenneth Wallace-Mueller; Tom Metcalfe; Nikhil Markanday
Les références
‘Andreas Gunst and his team support us in several jurisdictions in relation to energy certificates, both on commercial contracting and regulatory matters. His in-depth knowledge of the market and his pragmatic approach is why we work with him.’
‘Kenneth Wallace-Mueller has been very helpful when negotiating complex contracts.’
‘Andreas Gunst and Kenneth Wallace-Mueller are a wonderful and skilled team with broad expertise, understanding and network.’
Principaux clients
Elgin Energy
ACWA Power
NORD/LB
Prime Capital AG / Prime Green Energy Infrastructure Fund S.A
E.ON
Statkraft UK Limited / Statkraft Markets GmbH
Energy Infrastructure Partners AG
Hennes & Mauritz (H&M)
Schroders Greencoat LLP / Greencoat UK Wind
National Grid
SUSI Partners
Baywa R.E.
NatWest
Kelda Group (Yorkshire Water)
SNRG
Be.EV
NEOM Green Hydrogen
Power Capital Renewable Energy
Luminous Energy & Novuna / Mitsubishi HC Capital UK plc (lenders)
Shell International Limited / B.V.
Canary Wharf Group
Nord L/B
Lenders, including Nord/LB, LBBW and Rabobank
Association of Issuing Bodies
NTR Asset Management Europe DAC on behalf of its L&G NTR Clean Power (Europe) Fund
Principaux dossiers
- Advised ACWA Power and Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel) on the award-winning Rounds 2 and 3 of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) renewable energy procurement programme, totalling 7.1 GW of solar capacity over five projects.
- Advised Elgin Energy, an international independent solar and storage developer, on the sale of a 100 MW portfolio of three solar PV projects across the UK to Pennon Group PLC.
- Advised Shell on its USD 1.9 billion acquisition of Nature Energy Biogas, a Denmark-based producer of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) from agricultural, industrial and household wastes.
Pinsent Masons LLP
Pinsent Masons LLP’s renewables and cleantech department advises clients on a variety of renewable energy transactions, ranging from onshore and offshore wind, to solar, green hydrogen and battery storage. Julia Maguire leads the practice alongside Gareth Phillips, an established authority in the offshore wind market, and Ian McCarlie, who routinely advises clients in the UK renewable energy sector on joint ventures, acquisitions, development, and financing of onshore and offshore wind, solar and storage technologies. Other key contacts include clean energy specialist Pete Feehan, John Tyerman for transactions in and clean tech sectors, and Apicksha Patel. Alexander Grant specialises in advisory and dispute work on a wide range of renewable projects; Amy Stirling advises on the UK energy sector decarbonisation; and David Tretowan focuses on transmission, interconnector and battery energy storage projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Julia Maguire; Gareth Phillips; Ian McCarlie
Autres avocats clés:
Pete Feehan; John Tyerman; Apicksha Patel; Alexander Grant; Amy Stirling; David Tretowan
Les références
‘Pinsent Masons’ team is truly the trusted legal advisers. Their legal excellence combined with knowledge of the market as well as understanding of our business make them an obvious choice as the legal advisers.’
‘Alexander Grant is a star. Always available when needed, very business oriented with a problem-solving attitude and fantastic legal expertise.’
‘Good market knowledge. Clear advice which considers wider implications.’
Principaux clients
Zenobe Energy
bp
Statkraft
EDF Energy Renewables
Ørsted
Multiplex
Temporis Capital
Vattenfall Heat UK Limited
Island Green Power
TotalEnergies
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Island Green Power on all aspects of the DCO applications for The Cottam and West Burton Solar Projects, two solar PV generating stations with a combined capacity of c.1GW across six sites, each of NSIP scale.
- Advised bp on the Northern Endurance Partnership and Net Zero Teesside Carbon Capture & Storage projects.
- Advised Diamond Transmission Partners Hornsea Two (DTP) on the acquisition and financing of the Hornsea Two offshore wind project’s transmission assets.
Simmons & Simmons
Simmons & Simmons‘ London-based power practice, led by Iain Duncan, provides expert advice on the development, financing, construction, and acquisition of renewable energy projects, including onshore and offshore wind, solar, and EV charging infrastructure. Alex Blomfield is a specialist in cross-border renewable energy project development, financing, and M&A. Marc Fèvre is a key contact for renewable power offtake arrangements and innovative carbon financing, with a notable focus on Africa. Patrick Wallace‘s expertise extends to battery storage and PPAs, while Andrew Petry handles renewables transactions, including restructuring and acquisitions. Ben James is another key contact for renewable energy transactions across private M&A, joint ventures and private equity.
Responsables de la pratique:
Iain Duncan
Autres avocats clés:
Alex Blomfield; Marc Fèvre; Patrick Wallace; Andrew Petry; Ben James
Les références
‘Marc Fèvre is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. Expert in different fields with strong commercial know how, he has contributed to our project, bringing quality above all expectations.’
‘Simmons & Simmons has a clear and deep knowledge of renewable energy sector agreements.’
‘Marc Fèvre provides excellent professional support in the renewable energy space that is often outside client ordinary course of business. Marc knows the sector and its customary practices. He is respected for his know how, and he navigates with ease through the issues in contracting with energy providers.’
Principaux clients
Mainstream Renewable Power
Globeleq and its Cameroon power project companies Kribi and Dibamba
Sunfunder ESCO
Source Energie
Next Energy
Beo Clean Energy Ltd.
Stone City Energy
AXA Group
Ellomay Capital
Total Eren
The Department for Business and Trade
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Mainstream on its exit (alongside Actis) from its Lekela Power platform in Africa, which is one of Africa’s largest pure-play renewable energy IPP.
- Acted for Next Energy in relation to a number of solar acquisitions and disposals in the UK, including the acquisition from Lightsource BP of a 60MWp solar project in the East Midlands.
- Advised Source Energie (“SE”), a new renewable energy developer formed by an experienced management team, on the development of a pipeline of over 5GW of renewable energy and storage projects.
Slaughter and May
Jointly led by Michael Corbett and Hywel Davies, Slaughter and May’s infrastructure, energy, and natural resources team advises on complex transactions in the renewables sector, covering corporate M&A, financing, projects, dispute resolution, and regulatory advice. The team excels in handling renewable energy generation projects, encompassing green hydrogen, offshore and onshore wind, solar, and bioenergy with carbon capture. Azadeh Nassiri is a key contact for offshore windfarm projects, where he is regularly supported by international energy and infrastructure projects specialist Richard Todd. Daniel Mewton advises on both the contentious and non-contentious aspects of renewable energy projects, including green hydrogen and offshore wind energy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Michael Corbett; Hywel Davies
Autres avocats clés:
Azadeh Nassiri; Richard Todd; Daniel Mewton
Les références
‘The practice is very innovative at finding workable solutions to complex problems, and the team is very responsive.’
‘They have the ability to think out of the box, to anticipate problems and to have solutions to hand.’
‘The team works across all parts of the energy value chain and so has broad cross-sectoral knowledge that really helps clients. The team are creative and are particularly adept at finding solutions and getting results in novel projects where precedent is lacking.’
Principaux clients
ENGIE SA
Castleton Commodities UK
BlackRock
UK Infrastructure Bank Limited
Marubeni Europower Limited
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy
Northern Powergrid
Storegga
Deep Wind Offshore AS
Octopus Renewables
Viridor
Schroders
Vitol / VPI
Simply Blue
H2 Energy
Ørsted
Drax
Uniper
Centrica
Protium
Neptune Energy
Uniper
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Hyphen Hydrogen Energy (“Hyphen”) on a $10 billion feasibility and implementation agreement which it agreed with the Government of the Republic of Namibia (in May 2023) for the development of a major Sub-Saharan Africa’s green hydrogen project.
- Advised Deep Wind Offshore regarding the disposal of a majority interest in, and the entry into a joint venture with BP.
White & Case LLP
Under the guidance of Michael Watson, White & Case LLP‘s global energy industry group maintains its position as a leading force in numerous significant energy transition initiatives, both domestically and internationally. The team’s expertise extends to assisting clients in the development and financing of renewable energy projects, investments in energy transition assets, and navigating climate change and environmental-related litigation. Carina Radford is recognised for handling complex onshore and offshore wind, solar, and green hydrogen projects, while Mukund Dhar routinely advises on high-value, cross-border wind and solar power, green hydrogen, and battery storage projects. David Robertson is a key figure for offshore wind and hydropower disputes, while Kamilla Azamat is noted for her contributions to matters concerning the development and financing of renewables projects. Lis Blunsdon‘s expertise lies in the regulation, operation, and optimisation of energy assets across the renewables sector – including thermal generation. Alex Field is highly recommended for his expertise in project development and financing matters, particularly in solar PV, onshore wind, and battery storage projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Michael Watson
Autres avocats clés:
Mukund Dhar; Kamilla Azamat; Carina Radford; David Robertson; Lis Blunsdon; Alex Field
Les références
‘Unmatched sectoral and regional knowledge and experience made White & Case a natural choice for the first ever renewable energy projects in Azerbaijan. The lawyers who worked and continue working on Azerbaijani renewable energy mandates have deep knowledge of the market, understand the interests and strategic priorities of the client, are excellent negotiators – overall they compare very favourably to other firms that acted in Azerbaijani renewable projects.’
‘Mukund Dhar knows everything there is to know about renewable projects. The client is instinctively relying on him either when making policy decisions which have a lasting effect on the fledgling renewables market in Azerbaijan or when it is locked in tense negotiations with sponsors or/ and project lenders. It is no wonder that he is winning more energy mandates in Azerbaijan, both in renewable energy sector and beyond.’
‘Alex Field is very hardworking and diligent.’
Principaux clients
NEOM
SPPC
Existing and incoming funders to Ventient Energy
Masdar
Ministry of Finance of Ghana
Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Investmentsand International Trade, Government of Uzbekistan
NatWest and UK Infrastructure Bank
EIG
Octopus Renewables
MBH Power
Aker Carbon Capture
John Laing Group
Akin
Akin‘s projects and energy transition practice is led by Alex Harrison, 'a knowledgeable and practical adviser' noted for his expertise in renewable energy and energy transition. The team is well-equipped to advise a broad range of investors, sponsors, developers, and governments on the gamut of transactions across the renewable and alternative energy sector. The group routinely handles project finance and project development matters, major corporate transactions, M&A and joint ventures across solar, wind, battery energy and green hydrogen. Matthew Hardwick is noted for his focus on the development and deployment of project delivery solutions for the renewables and alternative energy sectors, while Daniel Giemajner is recommended for complex green ammonia, solar and battery storage projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Alex Harrison
Autres avocats clés:
Matthew Hardwick; Daniel Giemajner
Les références
‘The Akin energy team offers a highly responsive partner-led approach. They always assure us that we are getting the right advice on what are often business critical transactions. They have a unique knack of being able to dissect the problems that we face as a business and come up with innovative solutions. We really do value this contribution.’
‘Matt Hardwick is super sharp, expert in all aspects of project delivery, and highly personable. It’s always a delight to work with him and he feels like part of our team when we work together. ’
‘Akin supported us with a challenging and novel transaction, involving a new energy technology deployment funded via a hybrid project financing / public sector financing. There were several issues that had to be considered from first principles, and the whole project was delivered against an extremely tight deadline.’
Principaux clients
Energy Capital Partners
Government of The Republic of Serbia
Kennedy Lewis Investment Management
KKR
Southwest Airlines Co.
Synergen Green Energy Inc.
World Energy GH2
Vitol
Sumitomo
Woodside
Principaux dossiers
- Advised World Energy on all aspects of its Nujio’qonik project in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada – a commercial-scale, green ammonia project which involved the development of a new, dedicated onshore wind farm which, together with a hydropowered grid connection, will power the production of up to 1,100k MT/year of green ammonia via electrolysis.
- Advised Southwest in a 20-year offtake agreement with USA BioEnergy, LLC (USA BioEnergy) for up to 680 million gallons of neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
- Advised Synergen on all aspects of its green ammonia project in Nebraska, USA.
Baker McKenzie
Led by energy, mining, and infrastructure specialist Richard Blunt, Baker McKenzie LLP‘s London office boasts a solid team of renewable energy experts who regularly advise clients on a wide array of transactional, regulatory, and contentious matters. The team's focus spans a host of renewable energy sectors, including green hydrogen, wind and solar, energy from waste, renewable carbon capture, and renewable emissions trading structures. The team includes climate change and clean energy expert Andrew Hedges, whose broad practice spans the development of renewable energy projects, energy efficiency, sustainable energy procurement, and carbon finance. David Duncan adds to the team’s transactional expertise, covering mergers and acquisitions and joint ventures in the renewables space.
Responsables de la pratique:
Richard Blunt
Autres avocats clés:
Andrew Hedges; David Duncan
Les références
‘The team has a deep understanding of our company and our business. They keep themselves informed of the global market trends and commercial demands in our sector. Furthermore, when working on projects together, the team demonstrates dynamic capabilities, forming cross-border and cross-expertise project teams and interacting with our in-house legal, finance and tax experts.’
‘The team follows up closely on the multitude of questions raised and responds quickly.’
‘David Duncan and his team with Andrew Burleigh, Julie Chemla and Tom Quincey are all easily approachable. We have regular catch-ups to discuss various topics, and the team is open to brainstorm and reflect on new ideas together with our in-house legal experts.’
Principaux clients
AMEA Power LLC
CGN Europe Energy
Fiera Infrastructure Inc.
Global Ports Holding
Hitachi
Impala Platinum
INA Industrija Nafte DD
Itochu Corporation
Novartis Pharma AG
Olayan Financing Company
Rio Tinto International Holdings
Shell plc
Sound Energy
Suez
The Fashion Pact
Uniper
Westinghouse
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Uniper, a German multinational energy company, on an alternative green energy project regarding the establishment of a production facility for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
- Advised OFC on its JV arrangements with LanzaTech to accelerate the commercial deployment of LanzaTech’s carbon recycling technology in hard-to-abate industries within the Kingdom.
- Advised The Fashion Pact, an initiative led by 75 CEOs from the world’s leading fashion brands, representing approximately a third of the fashion and textile industry by volume, on a Collective Virtual Purchase Power Agreement (CVPPA), to enable these companies to access up to 160,000 MW of renewable electricity for their own operations by investing in new clean energy infrastructure across Europe.
Bird & Bird LLP
In the renewable energy sector, Bird & Bird LLP remains a trusted adviser to a diverse clientele, offering comprehensive guidance throughout the entire lifecycle of various wind and solar projects. This includes providing support from initial development stages to financing, acquisitions, and even trademark protection matters. A significant aspect of the firm’s work involves representing funders and project developers on a range of low carbon and renewable generation projects, as well as battery energy storage initiatives. Practice head Michael Rudd is a key contact for funders and project developers on numerous low carbon and renewable generation projects, while solar sector expert Matt Bonass is renowned for his expertise in renewable energy transactions. Elizabeth Reid has left the firm for an in-house position.
Responsables de la pratique:
Michael Rudd
Autres avocats clés:
Matt Bonass
Les références
‘An experienced renewables team across legal departments – enabling a full commercially focused legal service level.’
‘Matt Bonass has a deep understanding of the renewables’ industry – enabling a commercially focused approach to any legal advice.’
Principaux clients
Vattenfall
Battersea Power Station
Quintain
Landsec
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
Stanhope
Barratt Homes
Centamin
Canadian Solar
BW Group
PSH Holdings Limited
Orsted
Next Energy
Storegga
Powerhouse Energy Group PLC
Swire Energy A/S
Railpen
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Vattenfall on all aspects of the Bristol City Leap Project.
- Advised BW Group on the joint venture with shareholders in Penso Power in respect with the Bramley battery storage project and the Berkswell battery storage project.
- Advised AIM-listed Powerhouse Energy Group PLC (PHE) on the acquisition of the entire shareholding of Protos Plastics to Hydrogen No 1 Ltd from Peel NRE Ltd for a nominal payment of £1.
Bracewell (UK) LLP
Led by energy finance specialist Jason Fox, Bracewell (UK) LLP‘s energy team assists clients with a range of renewable energy and sustainability matters, including wind, solar, battery storage, and carbon capture. Gordon Stewart is a key contact for acquisitions, joint development arrangements, and the financing of renewable assets. Tom Jamieson is recognised for his expertise in project development and finance in the energy sector, particularly focusing on energy transition and low carbon projects. Oliver Irwin is noted for his recent work in wind and battery energy storage.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jason Fox
Autres avocats clés:
Gordon Stewart; Tom Jamieson; Oliver Irwin
Les références
‘Depth of knowledge and willingness to engage in difficult situations to find a solution.’
‘Excellent cross-border connectivity and collaboration.’
‘Gordon Stewart in the London office has been a strong partner for his clients.’
Principaux clients
Absa Bank and The Mauritius Commercial Bank
Riyad Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Arab Petroleum Investment Corporation
Vårgrønn A.S.
Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, China Construction Bank
Engie and Albawani Company
Harmony CS Limited, Harmony CTF Limited and Harmony CTF 2 Limited
Rabobank
Total Energies, Toyota Tsusho Corporation and Alternative Solutions for Renewable Energy LLC
Westa Solar
Bank of China, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, China Construction Bank, Siemens Bank
Maamba Collieries Limited
Botswana Power Corporation
Natixis and Rabobank
Absa Bank and The Mauritius Commercial Bank
Riyad Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Arab Petroleum Investment Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Absa Bank and The Mauritius Commercial Bank as lenders on the acquisition by Infinity Power (a joint venture between Masdar and Infinity Energy, alongside AFC and EBRD) of the pan-African wind power developer (and the owner of c. 1 GW of wind assets across Africa), Lekela Power.
- Acted as international counsel to Riyad Bank, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Arab Petroleum Investment Corporation as lenders on the development and financing of the 300-MW Saad solar PV IPP in Saudi Arabia, one of the REPDO Round 3 projects.
- Advised Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, China Construction Bank as lenders on a bidding consortium led by Marubeni Corporation on Round 4 (wind) of the REPDO programme, Saudi Arabia.
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP advises on a range of renewable and alternative energy projects, providing comprehensive legal support from M&A and finance to regulatory, planning, construction, and dispute resolution. The team works on solar, onshore and offshore wind, and battery storage projects both in the UK and globally. Stephen Hill chairs the practice, focusing on renewable, low carbon, and energy transition projects and investments. Simon Davies is praised for his regulatory and transactional expertise in the renewable energy sector, while Jason Lovell specialises in the sale and purchase of renewable energy development projects. Ben Brown concentrates on renewable and low carbon energy. Mark Dennison is recommended for project financings and refinancings of solar assets.
Responsables de la pratique:
Stephen Hill
Autres avocats clés:
Simon Davies; Jason Lovell; Ben Brown; Mark Dennison
Les références
‘The team is excellent, exhibiting first-class knowledge in the field of renewable energy. We engaged the team on a complex power purchase agreement transaction and Simon and his team added real value to the transaction, providing first-hand knowledge from his time in the industry, as well as his work in private practice.’
‘Simon Davies is a stand-out lawyer and is, without a doubt, the lawyer you want working with you on complex renewable energy projects. He took the time to understand our business, and its red lines, and was able to help negotiate away from industry standard provisions. Simon is respected in the industry by counterparties, and this was evident during negotiations.’
‘Simon Davies is hardworking, responsive and highly tuned to his client’s needs. Without any hesitation, I would instruct Simon again.’
Principaux clients
Schroders Greencoat
Shell International Limited
Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (“IMCO”)
Renewable Power Capital Limited
Gresham House Energy Storage Fund
The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG)
RWE
Brookfield Asset Management
National Grid Electricity Transmission Plc
United Utilities Water Limited
Pinnacle Power
LyondellBasell
Santander, Banco Sabadell, CIBC, BBVA, Natwest and Rabobank
Hexicon AB
Rampion Extension Development Limited
Gowling WLG
Gowling WLG provides comprehensive advice across a range of renewable energy projects, including the development, financing, and acquisition of battery energy storage systems, as well as M&A and financing for green hydrogen, solar, and wind energy projects. Key members of the team include Gareth Baker, who specialises in renewable energy M&A, private equity, and project development; Gus Wood, recognised for handling some of the UK’s most significant PPAs in the renewables sector; Nath Curtis, an expert in project finance who routinely advises clients on the funding and refinancing of major renewable energy assets; and Paul Green, who handles a range of renewable energy infrastructure projects including onshore and offshore wind, solar, biomass, and energy from waste. Helen Emmerson and Jonathan Brufal are also recommended.
Responsables de la pratique:
Gareth Baker; Gus Wood; Nath Curtis; Helen Emmerson; Jonathan Brufal
Autres avocats clés:
Paul Green
Les références
‘The Gowling team has a strong presence across the market, across established or mature technologies, and also developing markets. The team is proactive and great at getting to the core of the issues and getting deals done. Commitment to client excellence really shines through.’
‘Gareth Baker and Nath Curtis are both stand-out partners in the energy space, very knowledgeable about the sector and great at getting deals done.’
‘Strong on energy regulatory and commercial contracts.’
Principaux clients
HydrogenOne Capital Growth Plc
Syndicate of Santander, Natwest, CIBC, Siemens Bank, Rabobank, SMBC and ABN AMRO
Gresham House Renewable Energy VCT 1 and VCT 2 plc
Net Zero Energy Development Limited and Peak Gen Ltd
Pioneer Infrastructure Partners GP S.à.r.l.
EQT Infrastructure Investments Sarl
Pacific Green
Ancala Partners
Habitat Energy
Statkraft
Infinis
Wales and West Utilities Limited
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for the syndicate of seven commercial banks including Syndicate of Santander, Natwest, CIBC, Siemens Bank, Rabobank, SMBC and ABN AMRO on the £282 million financing for the construction of two greenfield battery storage projects being developed by Zenobe in Scotland.
- Advised Pacific Green on the development, project financing and agreement to sell Pacific Green’s second battery energy storage system project at Sheaf Energy Park in Kent, England.
- Advised HydrogenOne Capital Growth Plc on its investment into a development project located in Thierbach, Germany, HydrogenOne’s first investment commitment in a green hydrogen supply project.
King & Spalding LLP
King & Spalding LLP‘s energy team maintains a broad renewable energy offering, advising on solar, wind, green hydrogen, and battery energy storage systems. Kelly Malone, who leads the London practice, routinely assists clients with the development, financing, construction and acquisition of large-scale renewable energy projects. Dan Feldman focuses on low-carbon energy power projects, most notably in the Middle East.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kelly Malone
Autres avocats clés:
Dan Feldman
Principaux clients
Borealis
EDF
Electrum
Emirates Energy & Water Company (EWEC)
Emirates Global Aluminium / Guinea Alumina Corporation
EverWind Fuels
Future Earth, Inc.
Hidroelectrica de Cahora Bassa
Korea Electric Power Company
Korea East West Corporation
Mubadala
Saudi Power Procurement Company
Scatec Solar
Principaux dossiers
- Advised NEOM on all aspects of the $8.5 billion green hydrogen / ammonia export megaproject in Saudi Arabia.
- Advised EverWind Fuels, the owner of green ammonia projects in East Canada, on all aspects of the first green hydrogen / ammonia export project from the Americas.
- Advised EWEC on the largest ever non-nuclear power transaction in the UAE.
Mayer Brown International LLP
Mayer Brown International LLP‘s projects and infrastructure practice regularly assists clients with a wide array of renewable energy transactions, including acquisitions, financing, and project development in wind, solar, and green hydrogen. Kirsti Massie, who chairs the team, draws praise for her extensive experience with renewable energy assets, advising sponsors, developers, governments, and financial institutions on all aspects of renewable energy project development. Litigation specialist Jonathan Stone is a key contact for high-value disputes involving onshore and offshore wind farms, as well as energy-from-waste projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kirsti Massie
Autres avocats clés:
Jonathan Stone
Les références
‘Fantastic team staffed with technically excellent lawyers, very easy to reach and very supportive. The quality of work is high, and they have good commercial and market experience.’
‘Kirsti Massie is an experienced practitioner. She has great market knowledge and is very responsive and supportive.’
Principaux clients
Gemcorp Capital Management Limited
Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania
Preem AB
Republic of Gambia
Sunfire GmBH
The West African Power Pool (WAPP)
Velocys plc
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Sunfire, a global leader in the supply of industrial electrolysers, on part of its Series D capital raising to €195 million ($215 million), partnering with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and Blue Earth Capital (Blue Earth).
- Advised Gemcorp Capital Management Limited (“Gemcorp”) on the establishment of the provision of funding to, Milele Energy Limited and its subsidiaries (“Milele Energy”)
- Advised the Government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania on the project development of five green hydrogen projects with an aggregate capacity of 85 GW.
Milbank
Milbank is a strong choice for a range of sponsors, export credit agencies, and commercial banks seeking guidance on complex energy transition projects, often spanning multiple jurisdictions. The team is well-versed in a variety of renewable energy projects, with a focus on the development and financing of solar, wind, battery storage, and green hydrogen. The project, energy, and infrastructure practice is jointly chaired by John Dewar and Matthew Brown. Dewar is noted for his expertise in renewables and energy transition projects, both in the UK and internationally, while Brown brings significant experience to the table, particularly in the development and financing of major transitional energy projects, such as those in the battery, green steel, hydrogen, and alternative fuels sectors. Munib Hussain, who was promoted to partner in January 2023, advises on complex lower carbon power generation projects, while special counsel Seyda Duman is another key contact for cross-border renewable energy project financings. Chris Taufatofua left the practice and is now at Vinson & Elkins RLLP.
Responsables de la pratique:
John Dewar; Matthew Brown
Autres avocats clés:
Munib Hussain; Seyda Duman
Principaux clients
EIB
Societe Generale
Japan Bank for International Cooperation
Nippon Export and Investment Insurance
BNPP
Breakthrough Energy Catalyst
H2 Green Steel
EIG Global Energy Partners
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the lenders and export credit agencies in connection with the US$690 million financing of the Amunet 500MW onshore wind farm.
- Advised on the $5 billion financing for the expansion of Northvolt Ett.
- Advised H2 Green Steel on its $4 billion financing for the world’s first large-scale hydrogen production and green steel plant.
Osborne Clarke LLP
Osborne Clarke LLP‘s energy and utilities team - led by Bristol-based Matthew Lewis - provides comprehensive advisory services to clients involved in renewable energy transactions. This includes advice on wind (both onshore and offshore), solar, and energy from waste projects, as well as battery energy storage systems. Key contacts include Dominic O’Brien, a specialist in energy and infrastructure project finance; decarbonisation and low carbon energy expert Hugo Lidbetter; and Caroline Saul, whose practice spans solar, wind (onshore and offshore), battery storage, and energy efficiency. Hannah Roscoe, a specialist energy and infrastructure lawyer, is also recognised for her involvement in green hydrogen and battery energy storage projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Matthew Lewis
Autres avocats clés:
Dominic O’Brien; Hugo Lidbetter; Caroline Saul; Hannah Roscoe
Principaux clients
Ameresco
Conrad Energy
PX
SNRG
Statera
Foresight
Macquarie / Green Investment group
Yu Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Ameresco on its successful bid to act as strategic partner to Bristol City Council on Bristol City Leap: a pathfinding project to deliver low carbon energy infrastructure (LCEI) across the city of Bristol, expected to bring in £1billion of investment in low-carbon energy infrastructure over the next 20 years.
- Advising Conrad, one of the biggest flexible generators in the UK, on the Pathfinder project to provide grid stability and voltage support, to help to ensure a reliable electricity network.
- Advising PX on all aspects of PX’s business, from supply and offtake arrangements to power purchase agreements, and financial and regulatory matters.
Reed Smith LLP
Reed Smith LLP‘s energy and natural resources team is jointly led by renewable energy sector expert Charles Jurd and Kyri Evagora, and routinely advises a diverse array of project owners, equipment suppliers, project financiers, and companies on various renewable energy transactions. Their expertise covers joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, project development, operation, and documentation. Since March 2024, the team has been strengthened by the addition of Tallat Hussain from White & Case LLP, who significantly contributes to the firm’s ESG and renewables offering. Another key contact is Laura Riddeck, who specialises in advising on construction and engineering projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kyri Evagora; Charles Jurd
Autres avocats clés:
Tallat Hussain; Laura Riddeck
Les références
‘Reed Smith is able to provide a full service across our business but manages to keep this tightly coordinated through key relationship partners. We have worked with the team on numerous transactions for a period of over 10 years, and they consistently focus on our interests and how to best represent us.’
‘Charles Jurd is very bright, cuts to the chase, resilient and tenacious within a negotiation, spends the ‘right’ amount of time on different areas of focus, good at managing team workflow and contribution.’
‘Strong professional and team management skills. Great support at both partner and associate level.’
Principaux dossiers
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner‘s energy, environmental, and infrastructure group advises on a range of renewable energy projects, with a particular emphasis on wind and solar energy. Practice head Mark Richards is a key contact for project financing and M&A across solar, wind, and battery storage sectors, while Kevin Atkins advises multinational clients in the energy transition sector, managing cross-border acquisitions, joint ventures, and project financing for renewable energy assets.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mark Richards
Autres avocats clés:
Kevin Atkins
Foot Anstey
Foot Anstey‘s energy and infrastructure team has considerable expertise in the renewable energy sector, regularly assisting with project development, funding, and M&A transactions across solar, wind, and battery energy storage, while also advancing projects involving green hydrogen and ammonia production. Bristol-based Ian Stubbs leads the team with his expertise in complex solar PV projects across Europe, while Christian Silk is known for his focus on decarbonisation, energy transition, and net-zero environmental solutions, advising clients on consenting aspects of major renewable energy projects. Kutahya Cherry, who heads the firm’s energy real estate team, concentrates her capabilities on solar, battery storage and EV projects. Mark Greatholder‘s broad practice spans solar, offshore wind, geothermal, and battery storage.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ian Stubbs
Autres avocats clés:
Christian Silk; Kutahya Cherry; Mark Greatholder
Les références
‘A good team to work with. Friendly, commercially very astute and cooperative.’
‘Kutahya Cherry is very good. Clever, very capable and commercial.’
Principaux clients
Elements Green
BSR (British Solar Renewables)
WElink Energy Group
Celtic Sea Power
GRIDSERVE
EDF Energy
Innova Capital Limited
Beaufort Energy
Elmya Energy
LG Energy Solutions Vertech
Energiesprong UK
Regener8 Solar and
The Wave
Powen
Sonnedix
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Elmya Energy on its entry into a joint venture with Renewable Power Capital.
- Advised Solivus on the negotiation and installation contract for lightweight solar panels with Farnborough Airport.
Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP‘s clean energy, waste, and sustainability team is led by Clare King, a specialist in clean energy projects. The firm regularly advises clients on a diverse array of clean and smart energy technologies, including wind, batteries, solar photovoltaics (PV), energy-from-waste, and green hydrogen. In January 2024, the team welcomed Deborah Harvey from Osborne Clarke LLP, enhancing its capabilities in contractual, regulatory, and transactional matters. Liam O’Flynn also brings significant expertise in battery storage and other renewable and clean tech projects.
Responsables de la pratique:
Clare King
Autres avocats clés:
Deborah Harvey; Liam O’Flynn
Les références
‘Clare King is highly competent in her area of expertise. She has an ability to explain complex matters in a simple way and is a great communicator.’
‘The team is always available and delivers to deadline. Their attention to detail is exceptional. ’
‘Clare King had excellent industry knowledge and experience for the negotiations we were undertaking with another renewable energy development company. It was also very helpful to draw on her litigation colleagues for advice, where necessary.’
Principaux clients
Centrica plc
ENGIE UK
Equans
Photovolt Development Partners
Hello Fresh
Funds advised by Catalyst Capital
Group companies of Greensphere Capital
SmartParc
Bellway Homes
Redrow
Chancerygate
Fig Power / Hydrock Consulting
Vital Energi
Firstway Energy
Wattstor
Corona Energy
RE Projects Developments
Landmark Power
Plymouth Energy Community and Plymouth City Council
Allego UK
Wiltshire Wildlife Community Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Centrica PLC on its strategic plan to deliver 900MW of solar and BESS assets by 2026 via numerous energy project acquisitions.
- Advised Photovolt Development Partners on the development of Europe’s largest ever solar farm, with a potential capacity of 840MW.
- Advised SmartParc Limited on the development and operation of managed services at, and the entire energy and heat and cooling provision for, a £300m dedicated food manufacturing and distribution park.
HFW
HFW‘s construction team provides expert advice on a wide array of renewable energy projects both in the UK and globally. The team is particularly strong in handling offshore wind farm projects, and also offers significant expertise in battery storage and waste-to-energy issues. Practice co-head Michael Sergeant is an international arbitration specialist, while fellow co-chair Max Wieliczko focuses on construction and disputes; an area in which Richard Booth - whose focus lies in offshore wind projects - is also well-versed.
Responsables de la pratique:
Max Wieliczko; Michael Sergeant
Autres avocats clés:
Richard Booth
Principaux clients
VolkerWessels Group (including VolkerFitzpatrick; VolkerInfra; VolkerHighways; VolkerLaser; VolkerStevin; VolkerRail)
JRL Group (J Reddington)
Barhale Limited
Hochtief Solutions AG
Belectric Gulf Limited/ Al Gihaz Contracting
Robert Bird Group
Kuwait Oil Company
Dragados
Northumbrian Water Limited
MW High Tech Projects UK Limited
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP has significant expertise in the renewable energy sector, advising clients on project financing, structuring, and regulatory issues, particularly in Africa and the Middle East. The firm frequently handles cross-border project financing for the construction and operation of solar and wind power plants and investments in solar and waste-to-energy projects. Project finance expert Ferdinand Calice leads the team, advising on renewable energy projects across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. ‘First-rate project finance lawyer‘ Dimitri Papaefstratiou has recently advised on innovative solar power projects in the UK, Mediterranean, Africa, and EMEA, while James Simpson is currently leading on major floating offshore wind projects. Jason Parker is noted for his expertise in developing energy and infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa, including solar PV, wind, and geothermal IPPs. International arbitration and disputes expert Maurice Kenton is another key contact.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ferdinand Calice; Jason Parker; Maurice Kenton
Autres avocats clés:
Dimitri Papaefstratiou; James Simpson; Ayesha Waheed; Seyfi Can Kandemir
Les références
‘Ferdinand Calice is particularly strong in comprehensively identifying legal risks while suggesting solutions and giving pragmatic advice and guidance tailored to the type and size of deal.’
‘It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP and the team of Dimitri Papaefstratiou. Having worked closely with them on our hydropower project, I can attest to their unwavering commitment to excellence and their unparalleled expertise in renewables. Dimitri and his team consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of the issues and a keen ability to navigate complex legal challenges with precision and integrity.’
‘Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is not only focused on delivering exceptional legal services, but also on building strong and lasting relationships with their clients. They prioritise clear communication, responsiveness, and collaboration, ensuring that clients feel supported and informed every step of the way. We therefore only have the best of recommendations for Dimitri and his team.’
Principaux clients
Afreximbank
Africa Go Green Fund
FEI OGEF LP
KOKO Networks Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Afreximbank on lending transactions to the energy sector in Africa. Afreximbank is a leading DFI providing debt financing in Africa.
- Represented KOKO Networks Limited as the Sponsor in connection with the securitisation of future carbon credit sales.
- Advised Offgrid Energy Access Fund on several lending transactions in Africa.
Latham & Watkins
Singled out for its transactional pedigree in the renewables market, Latham & Watkins‘ energy and infrastructure team provides comprehensive advice on various energy transition matters. Practice co-chair Conrad Andersen assists clients with a broad range of renewable and alternative energy transactions, while Beatrice Lo is recognised for her expertise in corporate transactions and regulatory advice related to renewable energy, and Simon Tysoe specialises in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and project development within the energy and natural resources sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Conrad Andersen
Autres avocats clés:
Beatrice Lo; Simon Tysoe
Les références
‘Beatrice Lo is a talented, pragmatic lawyer whose calm presence is well appreciated in the midst of intense files.’
Principaux clients
The European Investment Bank (EIB)
PTTEP
RWE
Igneo Infrastructure Partners (Igneo)
EIG Partners
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)
Natixis
TotalEnergies
Urbaser
Saudi Aramco
Shoosmiths LLP
Shoosmiths LLP is routinely entrusted by a range of developers, investors and funders for advice on complex infrastructure and renewable energy projects both in the UK and overseas. These include the construction and operation of clean energy generation, energy efficiency, and energy from waste. Practice head James Wood-Robertson focuses on clean energy and infrastructure projects and PPAs, while Chris Pritchett - who joined the firm in May 2023 from Foot Anstey - brings in new expertise in battery storage, solar, EV infrastructure and wind. Another key contact is corporate and M&A specialist Grant Edwards, who advises corporations, private equity funds, and developers on corporate transactions involving various renewable technologies, including wind, solar, anaerobic digestion and battery storage.
Responsables de la pratique:
James Wood-Robertson
Autres avocats clés:
Chris Pritchett; Grant Edwards
Les références
‘Highly skilled, commercially aware and knowledgeable team.’
‘James Wood Robertson is a very experienced and commercially aware partner providing an excellent service across all areas of the Renewable Energy sector.’
‘Very personable and friendly team with a wealth of experience in renewables M&A. We felt the team always had our best interests at heart and supported us throughout the transaction.’
Principaux clients
Equitix
EnergieKontor
Foresight Group
ENGIE UK
ABO Wind
Switch2 Energy
Gresham House
DIF Capital
Iona Capital
Triple Point
Iceland Foods
EVC
TotalEnergies
Sante Global LLP
Goldbeck Solar
Renewabl
ITM Power
Kona Energy
Urbanchain
Instavolt
Principaux dossiers
- Advised German onshore wind developer, EnergieKontor, on the development and disposal of several onshore wind projects across the UK, including negotiation of corporate PPAs and contracts for difference.
- Advising Workspace Group on its power purchase agreement with Statkraft Markets GmbH in respect of the sale and purchase of electricity generated by a solar PV project in Devon developed and owned by Gresham House.
- Advised UK-based electric vehicle charging company, EV Chargers (EVC) on its series A fundraising of £165 million of capital from Funds managed by Denham Sustainable Infrastructure, an arm of global energy transition investment firm, Denham Capital.
Stephenson Harwood
Stephenson Harwood‘s projects, energy, and infrastructure practice advises a diverse range of clients - including sponsors, developers, and funders - on all manner of renewable energy transactions, encompassing offshore and onshore wind, solar, energy from waste, biomass, and green hydrogen. Practice head Jonathan Cripps is an expert in decarbonisation issues and a key contact for renewables and alternative energy projects. Max Lemanski leads the firm’s offshore energy group, providing advice on offshore wind and carbon capture and storage, while Rebecca Carter‘s broad practice covers solar PV, biomass projects, and carbon capture and storage. Graeme Barton focuses on the operation and maintenance of operational renewable energy projects. Cathal Leigh-Doyle is recognised for his expertise in offshore energy disputes and construction project management.
Responsables de la pratique:
Jonathan Cripps
Autres avocats clés:
Max Lemanski; Rebecca Carter; Graeme Barton; Cathal Leigh-Doyle
Les références
‘The service of the firm is really outstanding: quick response, deep knowledge of the market and great authority in the legal issues involved. Great in advising the client.’
‘The team has a lot of subject expertise in a niche field. This places them in a position where they are able to provide commercially friendly advice. The team is solution-oriented and has a strong acumen for how to navigate niche sector related issues.’
Principaux clients
Hitachi Rail Limited and FirstGroup PLC – NextGen AssetCo Limited
North London Waste Authority
Encyclis Limited
Mr and Mrs Leonardo Montesi (TEP)
National Westminster Bank plc
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for Hitachi Rail Limited and FirstGroup PLC on the establishment of a joint venture vehicle, NextGen AssetCo Limited, and the arrangements for the purchase and leasing by NextGen of up to 1,000 electric bus batteries valued at c.£100 million.
- Advised NLWA on all legal aspects of its North London Heat and Power Project since 2011 – a multi-year programme to build a new Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) at the Edmonton EcoPark in Enfield.
- Advised Encyclis on the real estate aspects in respect of a laydown area for an energy from waste facility in Walsall.
Trinity International LLP
Trinity International LLP advises a host of clients on a range of complex, cross-border transactions in the renewable energy sector, spanning solar, wind, green hydrogen and geothermal power. The team also routinely advises on battery storage solutions. Paul Biggs notably focuses on renewable power projects in African countries, regularly handling geothermal, wind and solar IPPs. Simon Norris advises on structuring, development, and financing of power projects across all thermal and renewable fuel sources and technologies, while Jo Sykes advises financial institutions throughout sub-Saharan Africa on finance and project documents relating to renewable energy transactions. Fiona Gulliford is also highly recommended for her significant expertise spanning solar, wind, and battery storage solutions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Paul Biggs; Simon Norris
Autres avocats clés:
Jo Sykes; Fiona Gulliford
Les références
‘Fiona Gulliford earned a good standing with the Government of Uzbekistan and ministries, who appraise her for her experience and a balanced approach on risk allocation between public side and private developer. She quickly learns about local laws and regulations to propose a viable compromise that would satisfy stringent requirements of the lenders, address valid concerns of the developers, and expedite the project delivery for the Government.’
‘Paul Biggs is an excellent partner who holds the hand of a client to the finish line.’
‘A great team on the project finance side, both project and finance documents. Jo Sykes and Simon Norris stand out as the leading practitioners. Because they have long focussed on Sub Saharan Africa and worked for many investors, they have a wealth of experience of what is bankable and how to solve problems at a deep technical level.’
Principaux clients
Northcott Capital
Asian Development Bank
African Legal Support Facility
KfW
Scatec Solar ASA
Group Européen de Development du Congo
IV3A
International Finance Corporation
Seychelles Energy Commission
Finnfund
Norfund
Early Power
Amandi
Axia Power Holdings
Gridworks
Cenpower
Climate Fund Managers
Meridiam SAS
African Development Bank
Standard Bank South Africa
Red Sea Power Limited
Frontier Energy
TheTrade and Development Bank
SBM Bank
Daybreak Power
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)
Globeleq Africa
Proparco
Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft (DEG)
Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO)
Azura Power Holdings
Atlantic Terminal
Exxaro
African Trade Insurance Agency
EDFI Management N.V
Triodos Funds
Oikocredit
Green for Growth Fund
EBRD
Copperbelt Energy Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) Renewables on a drafting and negotiating project and finance documentation in respect of a US$200million Green Bond, structured as a programme, whose proceeds will accelerate the actualisation of CEC’s ambitions to generate at least 200MW of renewable energy and specifically solar energy with possible storage implementation.
Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP
Led by Edinburgh-based Richard Cockburn, Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP‘s energy practice advises a broad client base, including developers and contractors in the renewable energy sector, on projects ranging from onshore and offshore windfarms to renewable heat, solar, and green hydrogen. Sebastian Briggs focuses on the development, acquisition and financing of renewable energy assets, while Rebecca Ferguson and Carl Powlson are recognised for their broad capabilities in corporate finance, M&A, joint ventures, and reorganisations.
Responsables de la pratique:
Richard Cockburn
Autres avocats clés:
Sebastian Briggs; Rebecca Ferguson; Carl Powlson
Les références
‘This practice has a number of individuals with experience of actually working in the industry, which means they can attribute real world examples when advising us on the suitable drafting relating to our project.’
‘Their practice can cover all relevant elements of renewables, from the electrical regulations through to construction & planning requirements, giving a full turn key package.’
‘Highly experienced and skilled in the renewables sector.’
Principaux clients
Vattenfall
SeAH Wind
Centrica (including British Gas Trading Limited, Centrica PLC, British Gas Services Limited, GB Gas Holdings Limited, Centrica Business Solutions UK, Dyno Rod Limited, British Gas New Heating Limited)
EDF Energy Renewables Ltd
Energie Baden Wurttemberg
Iona Capital
Macquarie
National Grid
Renewable Energy Generation
Renewable Energy Systems
RWE (including RWE Npower and Innogy (formerly RWE Npower Renewables)
Scottish Power Renewables / Scottish Power Generation
Shell
Simpsons Malt
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
South Tees Development Corporation
Coriolis Energy
The Crown Estate
The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG)
Total Energies
Vitol Group (Vitol SA and Vitol E&P)
Windel Energy
Solar 21 Renewable Energy Limited
Ambition Community Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Advised RES on its £3bn JV with Octopus Renewables to develop green hydrogen plants across the UK.
- Advised longstanding client The National Trust on its UK-wide roll-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging points for up to 280 sites across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Acted for The Crown Estate in the grant (pursuant to an option) of rights to NeuConnect Britain Limited lay the NeuConnect Interconnector connecting Kent and Germany. The Interconnector adds 1400MW capacity to the current network.
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher
In the renewable energy space, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher advises on numerous large-scale transactions and disputes concerning a range of assets, including wind and solar power, green hydrogen, and battery energy storage. The team is led by Anna Howell, whose experience encompasses cross-border M&A and project development and financing, areas in which Federico Fruhbeck is also well-versed. Alice Brogi is a key contact for domestic and cross-border acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures. Ben Shorten focuses on energy transition, while Trinh Chubbock is noted for her expertise in renewable energy. Both Shorten and Chubbock joined the team in July 2023 from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling LLP.
Responsables de la pratique:
Anna Howell
Autres avocats clés:
Federico Fruhbeck; Alice Brogi; Ben Shorten; Trinh Chubbock
Les références
‘The team is diverse, experienced and commercially aware.’
‘Trinh Chubbock is a commercially aware lawyer, who combines deep legal understanding and commercial aspects in her advice.’
Principaux clients
Hydro Rein
John Laing Group
KKR
Asterion Industrial Partners
ArcelorMittal
Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP
In the renewable energy sector, Gide Loyrette Nouel LLP advises clients on energy transition projects, project financing, and arbitration matters related to green hydrogen, wind, and solar energy. The team is led by Colin Graham, a specialist in cross-border transactions who handles corporate and commercial projects as well as M&A work. Matteo Matteucci focuses on cross-border M&A transactions and projects, including offshore wind and solar energy.
Responsables de la pratique:
Colin Graham
Autres avocats clés:
Matteo Matteucci
Les références
‘They have a diverse team of energy expats that has been a delight to work with. Colin Graham has superbly led the team, whose day to day dealings have been ably handled by Matteo Matteucci.’
‘The team has a strong command of key issues in solar energy projects.’
‘Colin Graham has been very practical in his approach and keen to find solutions to issues that arose as part of a due diligence exercise.’
Principaux clients
Électricité de France (EDF)
Hogan Lovells International LLP
Hogan Lovells International LLP‘s energy and natural resources group advises clients on a number of offshore renewable energy projects across wind, solar, tidal, and green hydrogen. The team is jointly led by Arun Velusami, an expert in energy generation, distribution, and transmission projects, particularly in Africa, and Scott Tindall, who specialises in greenfield and brownfield power and renewable energy projects, public-private partnerships, and project finance transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Arun Velusami; Scott Tindall
Les références
‘The practice has strong capacities on African infrastructure finance. The team is highly responsive, knowledgeable and thinks along to achieve agreement on key documents even in challenging jurisdictions.’
‘Arun Velusami has been excellent over the past years, when we worked with him on various transactions. His advice is detailed without losing sight of the bigger picture.’
Principaux clients
The Crown Estate
UK Infrastructure Bank
Vodafone
Metito Utilities Limited
Innagreen
Smart Metering Systems plc
The senior lenders to TC Moray East OFTO Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised The Crown Estate on the award of landmark agreements for the development of six fixed offshore wind projects, with a combined expected capacity of 8GW.
- Advised UKIB on all aspects of the £130 million project financing for Highview Power in connection with its development of a novel 50MW/250MWh “Liquid-Air” cryogenic energy storage facility in Carrington Village, near Manchester.
- Advised senior lenders to TC Moray East OFTO Limited (Transmission Capital Partners) on the acquisition financing of the Moray East OFTO, a 950MW Offshore Wind Transmission asset (OFTO).
McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP
McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP advises on a range of renewable energy project financing transactions globally, including wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass projects. The team is led by Shah Jahan Khandokar, noted for his expertise in renewable energy projects in emerging markets, including Central, East, and South Asia; MENA; Sub-Saharan Africa; and Latin America. He is routinely assisted by newly promoted partner Elisabeth Moseley, who specialises in complex cross-border and M&A transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Shah Jahan Khandokar; Elisabeth Moseley
Principaux clients
Sirius Petroleum Plc
Wentworth Resources Plc
Crescent Petroleum
Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Albania
PT Pertamina EP Cepu
PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (Persero) and the Republic of Indonesia
ReNew Energy Global Plc
MG Sugars Lanka (Pvt) Limited
Squire Patton Boggs
Squire Patton Boggs‘ energy and natural resources team advises on a range of renewable energy projects across wind, solar, green hydrogen and battery storage. Team head Trevor Ingle is recognised for his expertise in renewable energy and energy transition projects, while regulatory specialist Paul Brennan also supports with renewable energy transactions.
Responsables de la pratique:
Trevor Ingle
Autres avocats clés:
Paul Brennan
Principaux clients
EDF Energy Renewables Ltd
EDF Energy Thermal Generation
Stellar Asset Management
Falck Renewables Limited
Invenergy
RES UK & Ireland Limited
Sumitomo Corporation IJ Systems
Global Wind Services US Inc.
NTK Cables A/S
Vital Energi
Sonnedix
Cannock Renewables
Habitat Energy Limited
Fluence
EDF Energy Customers Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Sonnedix on the staggered completion into of a 300MW UK portfolio of five solar projects from Lightsource bp.
- Advised EDF Renewables on a series of strategic investments in wind and solar power.
- Advised Sonnedix on the EPC and related arrangements in relation to the project build out of a large portfolio of UK solar projects and related CfD, grid real estate issues.