Energy
The energy sector is constantly evolving as new technologies and demand for affordable, sustainable energy increases. Our industry leading team has in-depth knowledge of the energy and renewables sector and an enviable reputation developed through decades of advising utilities, contracting authorities, contractors and regulators.
Our experience extends across all phases of major energy transactions from procurement stage through to end user.
We advise on all the core areas relevant to an energy sector project including procurement, real estate, planning, construction contracts, structuring and funding of projects. We are experienced in acting for local authorities across various projects implementing new sustainable energy technologies including large-scale retrofitting and refurbishment projects.
Our team has in-depth knowledge of the fast-paced energy sector – from completing our first waste to energy contract in 1995 to translating the complex and evolving regulatory frameworks into workable commercial agreements that facilitate the successful delivery of a wide range of new renewable initiatives.
Our team members work with our clients to identify the best and most appropriate procurement strategy and contractual mechanism to ensure projects are delivered economically and efficiently. We provide practical and commercial legal advice and guide multi-disciplinary teams through complex procurement, negotiation and due diligence processes.
Our team can assist with implementation and exit advice for complex energy projects, as well as providing support with standardised drafting and portfolio review to ensure continuing compliance with latest energy legislation and regulations.
We are familiar with all the latest developments in renewable energy technology, including:
- Metering and demand side electricity issues
- Energy from waste (EfW)
- Combined heat and power (CHP)
- Competition Proxy Model in electricity transmission
- Development of the SPV Model in electricity transmission
- Decentralised energy – including district heating
- Photovoltaic and renewable heat initiatives
- CATO and OFTO regime
- CFD
- RAB related schemes including innovations in UK nuclear
- Onshore wind turbines
