Noted for its ‘extensive knowledge of the renewable energy market’, TLT’s energy team covers a broad swathe of matters in the renewables sector, from real estate and planning to banking and corporate. The firm also handles regulatory matters for suppliers, generators and public bodies in the energy space, and is able to draw on its litigation expertise. Practice head Maria Connolly is well-versed in net-zero strategy. ‘A clear communicator’ Kay Hobbs focuses on the corporate aspects of future energy projects. Stuart Urquhart is a commercial specialist advising project developers, funders, consumers and government bodies.
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Testimonials
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‘The energy and projects practice is unique in that it takes a collaborative approach with the property team, ensuring seamless inclusion of various matters. The team has a deep sector knowledge which supports us in nuanced negotiations pertaining to projects rights and obligations.’
‘The team provides pragmatic advice.'
'Kay Hobbs is an exceptional partner.’
‘The team has genuine experts in the field and this is really evident in the advice that TLT gives us on a daily basis. Each lawyer is super accessible, approachable, collaborative and easy to work with.'
‘The TLT future energy team has broad experience in the energy and projects space in the UK.’
- 'Kay Hobbs is a clear communicator and warm negotiator, presents the options succinctly and leads discussions with the right tone to achieve the right outcomes. Isn't afraid to ask the tough questions upfront.’
Key clients
- SSE plc
- Lightsource BP
- TAGEnergy
- Conrad Group
- Ecotricity Group
- GRIDSERVE
- Low Carbon Group
- Thrive Renewables
- Santander
- ILOS
- Innova Energy
- AGR Power
Work highlights
Advising Dalmore Capital on its acquisition of a portfolio of nine ‘run of river’ hydropower sites located in Scotland from Triple Point Energy Transition plc for £44.1m.
Advising Low Carbon on the Gate Burton Energy Park, which the Secretary of State granted a Development Consent Order.
Advising renewable energy and sustainable agriculture developer AGR Power on a landmark15-year virtual Power Purchase Agreement with Manchester City Council.
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Practice head
Maria Connolly
Other key lawyers
Kay Hobbs; Gary Roscoe; Matthew Grimwood; Stuart Urquhart