Freeths LLP’s practice is well-equipped to advise on a wide range of matters in the clean energy sector, with notable experience in clean and smart energy tech as well as in battery storage and district heating-related matters. Atiyya Khaliq acts on complex portfolio acquisition, disposal, and investment work, while team lead Rachel Kent advises at the intersection of real estate and energy, assisting in renewable energy and flexible energy generation transactional cases, amongst others. Samatha Osborne advises on commercial contracts and development projects.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team assists us with complex work, including commercial agreements within the energy optimisation industry.'
- 'The individuals we work with consistently demonstrate exceptional expertise, dedication and an innovative approach. Their deep understanding of our industry is particularly valuable.'
- 'Great people to work with - pragmatic, user-friendly and responsive.'
- 'Working with Rachel Kent has been brilliant, she's helpful, responsive and really knowledgeable.'
Work highlights
Advised the client in relation to the development and operation of the entire energy, heat and cooling provision for a £300m dedicated state of the art food manufacturing estate and shared distribution hub at Spondon in Derbyshire.
Advised the client on its acquisition of Zoa Technologies.
Advised a battery developer on the development of 1.5GW of battery storage scheme.
Practice head
Rachel Kent
Other key lawyers
Atiyya Khaliq; Samatha Osborne