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About our clean energy expertise

We have genuine in-depth knowledge of the clean energy sector, with particular expertise in renewable energy, battery storage, distributed generation, heat and smart solutions.

Our clean energy experience includes:

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Why choose us?

Members of our clean energy team specialise in:

> Commercial contracts
> Regulation
> Real estate
> Planning & environment
> Construction & engineering
> Corporate transactions & taxation
> Banking & finance
> Dispute Resolution and risk management
> Climate change litigation & greenwashing
> Public procurement
> Health & safety
> Business structures & restructuring
> Intellectual property, IT & data

Notable work & expertise

Installation of wind turbine in South Wales

Advising an auction house on the installation of a wind turbine at its South Wales site, expected to deliver 2GWh of energy annually as part of the business’s wider sustainability drive and ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.

Greenfield battery energy storage projects

Advising Firstway on the acquisition and development of a portfolio of greenfield battery energy storage projects (BESS), and more recently with the proposed acquisition and development of ground mounted solar projects.

Waste-to-biomethane plant in Ireland

Advising a global investment bank on the construction financing of a waste-to-biomethane plant in Ireland, expected to produce over 80 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of renewable biomethane per year.

BESS project in Scotland

Advising a BESS project developer on a full wrap EPC (turnkey) contract and an O&M contract in respect of a 45MW BESS project in Scotland.

Rooftop solar panels on major hotel chain

Advising a major hotel chain on a significant project to install rooftop solar panels at numerous of its hotels across the United Kingdom.

Advising international supermarket chain

Advising an international supermarket chain on a power purchase agreement with the operator a nearby solar farm for the supply of renewable electricity to its strategically significant distribution centre via a private wire.

BESS projects in Germany

Advising Electric Land on its collaboration with battery energy storage system (BESS) developer/operator Dais Energy Ventures as the businesses announce a joint venture to develop, build and operate 4GW of BESS projects in Germany.

Solar carport scheme at LEGOLAND®

Advising Zestec Renewable Energy on the development of a 1.2MW solar carport scheme at LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort.

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Testimonials

  • "Excellent combination of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills."

    The Legal 500, 2026

  • "A practical rather than theoretical approach which is practiced by all team members with consistent and visible leadership from partners and senio...

    The Legal 500, 2026

  • "They have vast practical experience in all energy areas, especially regarding up-to-date developments in battery storage and optimisation, electri...

    Chambers & Partners, 2026

  • "The projects, energy and natural resources team at Freeths show great market acumen."

    The Legal 500, 2025

  • "Great knowledge and practical approach to matters."

    The Legal 500, 2025

  • "Friendly and approachable with a personal touch."

    The Legal 500, 2025

  • "The team is always available and delivers to deadline. Their attention to detail is exceptional."

    The Legal 500, 2025

Meet our team

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Philippa Dempster

Senior Partner | Head of Retail | London Office Managing Partner

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Chris Freeston

Nottingham Office Managing Partner & National Head of Banking & Finance

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James Hartley

Partner & Divisional Head of Dispute Resolution

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Andrew Maxwell

Partner and Head of Competition

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Emily Settle

Partner | Head of International

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Penny Simpson

Partner | Head of Natural Capital Law

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Shraiya Thapa

Senior Knowledge Management Lawyer

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