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Clean Energy

Specialist lawyers in the renewable energy sector.

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The future is now.

The UK’s Energy requirements are high on the government’s agenda, with policy under constant review making for a continuously transitioning market. The pressure posed by net zero targets and climate emergency declarations, the rapid decentralisation and digitalisation of the sector, changes or removal of subsidies, and the emergence of new transformative technologies all require a strategic response.

In the face of these challenges it is exciting to see the emergence of multi-faceted projects coming together, involving renewables, battery storage, and EV charging that are considering the increasing importance of data in energy applications.  Change affects all industry players from energy companies to developers and consumers, bringing opportunity as well as risk.

Net Zero Contracts – How to implement them in the built environment

With an increased interest in the market for net zero contracts, we look at the approach to net zero, and how to align net zero goals into a contracting strategy.

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Podcast episode: Nuclear – The future of energy or power of the past?

As part of our Thinking global podcast series, Mark Greatholder joined Karl Bradford and Lingxi Wang to discuss the latest developments in the nuclear industry and its role in helping to achieve global net zero targets.

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Our focus areas

Our specialist team of Energy lawyers supports clients to deliver some of the biggest and most innovative projects in the UK.

Solar & Battery Storage

Solar panels paired with battery storage systems provide the ability to harness the power of the sun during the day and store excess energy for use at night or during periods of high demand, increasing energy independence and sustainability.

EV & Infrastructure

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable transportation choice, and the expansion of charging infrastructure is crucial to support their widespread adoption.

Wind & Tidal

Onshore and offshore wind farms provide a cost-effective source of renewable energy harnesses strong and consistent winds to generate clean electricity.

Green Hydrogen

Green hydrogen holds great promise as a clean and sustainable fuel with the potential to decarbonize various industries and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Carbon Capture

Carbon capture is a critical tool in the fight against climate change, trapping and reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

Agrivoltaics

Agrivoltaics combines farming and solar energy production, maximizing land use efficiency and sustainability.

Geothermal

Geothermal energy taps into the Earth’s natural heat to provide clean and reliable power.

Anaerobic digestion

Anaerobic digestion is a biological process that converts organic waste into biogas, a renewable energy source, while also producing valuable organic fertilizers.

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Corporate

Corporate projects demand legal advice at the speed of business. Whatever your needs, goals or ambitions our team work hard to tailor services which help deliver our clients’ ambitions at every stage of a company’s journey.

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Commercial

Whether or not your company has an in-house legal function, running a business today presents many complex challenges.

We think it’s important that we genuinely get to know our clients businesses – that’s how we can deliver value that goes beyond just the monetary.

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Data, Privacy & Information Security

Business continues to shaped and transformed by data and technology.

We understand the central importance that data and technology have on modern business and have two specialist teams with specialist knowledge.

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Dispute Resolution

Disputes are an inevitable part of any business, introducing unwanted risk and high stress.

They also create a distraction that takes you away from what you do best and where you need to be.  Let us help your business get the results it needs.

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Employment

Having the right people in the right place, displaying the right behaviours through the right processes can be just as hard as it sounds. Our experienced team of experts are able to provide you with timely, commercial advice for day-to-day advice to project support.

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Environmental Issues

Climate change presents some of the toughest questions for business. Our edge as environmental lawyers is our experience of feeding into policymaking in Parliament, government and local authorities.

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Intellectual Property

Every business, from start-ups. through to international business giants, has intellectual property rights.

At Foot Anstey, our expert lawyers have a holistic approach to helping you manage your intellectual property.

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Planning

Planning law is the gateway to property development. It’s the vital first step for building projects no matter what size. Working with decision-makers at the key levels, we use our years of experience in planning law to seek out answers which work for you.

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Projects, Infrastructure & Construction

All business ventures and activities are risky but none more so than in the fields of major projects, infrastructure and construction. We get to know you, inside and out, so together we can assess, manage and navigate the path through risk to success.

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Real Estate

The world of real estate is changing fast. The way we construct, operate, invest in and use property has been transformed. At Foot Anstey, we have the in-depth understanding to help you navigate this rapidly changing market.

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Why choose Foot Anstey?

We are heavily immersed in renewable energy and involved with conversations at a policy level through membership of groups such as the Energy Data Taskforce, the Energy Storage Network and the London EV Taskforce. This ensures we stay ahead of policy updates and market trends enabling us to always look at the bigger picture and provide you with the best possible advice in line with your strategic goals.

We have an extensive energy network, from policy makers to big six suppliers and a wide range of funders, and one of our strengths is our ability to make relevant introductions to help provide you with collaborative solutions.

Our people

Our team can provide you with energy legal advice from the moment you start thinking about a new project all the way through to its completion. Whether you’re navigating policy and planning requirements, looking for a new site or site funding, implementing your project or looking to sell, our team is here to help yours.

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What do our clients say?

“The team at FA were always welcoming and open in all of our discussions and involvements. The FA team often involved more junior staff in our meetings to promote their learning and development. Not only was it great to see their commitment to the development of their staff but those staff members also came across as very knowledgably.”

Legal 500 2022

“All the Foot Anstey partners and associates that we deal with have a clear, focused understanding of the projects that they advise us on in the renewable and battery energy sector.”

Legal 500 2022

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