A&L Goodbody LLP‘s energy, infrastructure and natural resources group stands out for its broad practice, which handles large, cross-border and complex mandates related to construction, finance, M&A support and energy regulation. The team is active across a range of technologies and specialisms, spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, biomass, waste to energy, oil and gas and energy storage. Established expert Ross Moore leads the team and specialises in regulatory advice on electricity, gas and renewable energy projects, as well as utility and semi-state energy transactions. John Dallas is an active and experienced practitioner sought out for advice on the development, financing and construction of large energy and infrastructure projects, as well as on acquisitions, sales and joint ventures within the sector. Financial institutions, institutional investors and developers seek out David McElroy for finance advice on interconnectors and renewable and conventional energy projects. Another key practitioner is Aisling O’Donoghue.
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Energy, Infrastructure & Natural Resources
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Partner

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Aisling O'Donoghue is a partner in A&L Goodbody's Energy, Infrastructure and Natural Resources group. She advises sponsors, corporates, projects developers, financial institutions, and service providers in the energy and infrastructure sector. Aisling's areas of specialism include acquisition/project financing, construction and equipment procurement, and power sales and offtake contracts. She works with clients in project development, project financing and M&A processes, and also regularly advises companies on energy regulatory matters.

Aisling is a former Vice President of Sustainable Finance at J.P. Morgan (New York) where she was responsible for developing and implementing the company's sustainability strategy, including advising clients on ESG matters.

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  • ‘Strong team with deep knowledge and experience of the energy market in Ireland.’

    ‘Aisling O'Donoghue provided excellent support in a highly complex area. She provided great insights into the market and communicated clearly the technical aspects.’

    ‘A&L Goodbody have exceptional in-depth knowledge and are able to communicate this effectively. They also take a very pragmatic approach and took the time to understand our key drivers and objectives.’

    ‘Aisling O'Donoghue was exceptional. We particularly valued her ability to communicate clearly, both with us and in negotiations, and to look at the whole picture as well as attention to detail. She was extremely responsive and a real partner in achieving the transaction.’

Key clients

  • Gas Networks Ireland Echelon Data Centres Sustainable Development Capital Parkwind NV/Oriel Windfarm Limited Codling Wind Park Foresight Group

Work highlights

Advising Sustainable Development Capital Limited on the development and financing of the Grange Power Plant, a 105MW thermal power plant under construction in Dublin.