RENEWABLE ENERGY
Renewable energy sites involve complex property, planning, and regulatory considerations, from site acquisition and lease arrangements to environmental compliance, grid connections, and redevelopment opportunities. We advise investors, developers, and operators on managing and developing renewable energy assets efficiently, sustainably, and in line with legal requirements.
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
Advised on planning, compulsory purchase, marine licensing and environmental matters for a 650km electricity interconnector cable linking the national grids of Denmark and the UK via 1400MW HVDC subsea cables.
Advised on planning, compulsory purchase, marine licensing and environmental matters for a 700km electricity interconnector cable linking the national grids of Norway and UK via 1400MW subsea cables and the trade and transmission of renewably generated electricity.
Advised on environmental aspects of the purchase of a 6.86MW grid-connected battery storage system in Grantham.
Drafted and negotiated collaboration agreements between multiple parties for the use of a wind farm.
Acted as the lead real estate adviser on the development of an 8.2MW coastal wind farm development in Wales with an investment value of £14.5 million.
Advised on the leases and licences of solar plants.
Legal issues that may arise
Acquisition of rights over land to connect renewable energy sources to the National Grid.
Securing sites suitable for the generation of renewable energy.
Securing sites through compulsory purchase.
Environmental impact assessments, taking into consideration issues such as nuisance, contamination and locality.
Leases of land including provisions for options and wayleaves.
Planning applications and public inquiries.
Drafting and securing easements over renewable energy land.
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We are the UK’s largest and most experienced specialist real estate law firm, trusted by leading clients in the property sector for over 25 years.
With over 75+ senior lawyers, each bringing an average of 25 years’ post-qualification experience from top-tier private practice and in-house roles, we offer unparalleled expertise across the full range of real estate legal services — including commercial property, planning, construction, environment, real estate finance, property litigation, and more.
Our exclusive focus on real estate law uniquely positions us to support fellow professional services firms through our Real Estate Support solution. We deliver specialist legal expertise to the UK Top 30, silver circle firms, US Top 50, and the Big Four.
Whether you’re a developer, investor, occupier, institution, or advisor, we provide clear, commercial, and responsive legal advice — helping you to get the job done.