Environmental and ESG law for energy clients & projects

Clear, pragmatic environmental and ESG advice for energy projects. We help clients to manage risk, secure consents and embed sustainability across development, operation and investment decisions.

How we can help

Environmental and ESG considerations are now central to the viability, funding and long‑term performance of energy projects. From permitting and contamination risk to biodiversity net gain, reporting obligations and green claims, energy clients face a complex and fast‑evolving regulatory landscape.

Our environmental and ESG lawyers work closely with our energy, planning, real estate and corporate teams to provide joined‑up advice throughout the project lifecycle. We help clients navigate environmental law requirements, manage ESG risk and turn sustainability obligations into opportunities that support delivery, investment and reputation.

Our experts advise clients on a full range of ESG-aligned infrastructure and energy projects, including renewables and key technologies for the energy transition.

Our experience

We advise a wide range of energy clients, including developers, investors, operators, landowners and public sector bodies, across renewables, infrastructure and transitional energy assets.
Our experience includes:

Environmental due diligence and liability management for energy projects
Environmental permitting, variation and transfer of permits
Contaminated land, waste, water and emissions issues
Biodiversity net gain, mitigation and environmental delivery strategies
ESG risk management and green claims compliance
Corporate sustainability reporting requirements

We regularly support clients on projects involving hydrogen, anaerobic digestion, energy‑from‑waste, gas and nuclear, drawing on deep technical expertise and close collaboration with energy specialists. Clients value our ability to manage risk early and provide clear advice under pressure.

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Rob Biddlecombe
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Laura Ludlow
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Andrea Newman
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Alysha Patel
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Our expertise

Consenting and planning for energy clients

Construction for energy projects

Decommissioning

Energy and infrastructure

Energy supply chain

Environmental and ESG for energy projects

Financing and insolvency for energy projects

Grid connection

M&A for energy clients

Site selection and land assembly for energy projects

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Frequently asked questions

How does environmental law affect energy projects?

Environmental law governs issues such as permitting, contamination, waste, emissions and water, all of which can affect whether an energy project can proceed and how it operates over time.

What ESG issues are most relevant for energy clients?

Key ESG issues include environmental compliance, biodiversity, supply‑chain transparency, green claims, governance and reporting obligations, all of which are increasingly scrutinised by regulators, investors and funders.

Can you advise on biodiversity net gain and environmental mitigation?

Yes. We advise on biodiversity net gain strategies and wider environmental mitigation to support planning, consenting and long‑term compliance for energy projects.

Do you support environmental and ESG issues during transactions?

We regularly advise on environmental due diligence, risk allocation and ESG considerations in energy‑related acquisitions, disposals and investments.

How do you help clients manage regulatory investigations and enforcement risk?

We support clients facing regulator engagement or enforcement action, helping them respond effectively, protect their position and maintain project momentum where possible.

Related sectors & services

Environmental, social and governance (ESG)

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