Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos's energy, environment and regulatory law practice has a notable track record in negotiating power purchase agreements. The nine-strong team is also increasingly mandated to advise on the development of non-conventional renewable energy projects, particularly in relation to wind and solar, as well as green hydrogen production. The practice is led by Gonzalo Jiménez, whose practice covers energy, environmental and regulatory matters; Sergio Díez is an adviser on greenfield wind farm projects; and Martín Astorga assists with the environmental side to energy projects. Senior associate Verónica Cuadra is an expert in electricity regulations and public law.
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Key clients
- Enel Green Power
- China Three Gorges
- Metro de Santiago
- Soprole
- EDF Renewables
- Brookfield
- Kelar
- Campbell Global
- Pacific Hydro
- Maersk
Work highlights
Advising Pacific Hydro Chile on the negotiation of two PPAs with EMOAC, an energy commercialisation company.
Advised Campbell Global on the drafting and negotiation of the terms and conditions of a long-term lease agreement with energy generation company AES Andes.
Advised the Correa Family on the negotiation of the terms and conditions of a long-term lease agreement with AR Energía.
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Practice head
Gonzalo Jiménez