Energy Transition
Accelerating the transition towards a more intelligent energy sector. This is energy transition in focus.
The energy sector is expanding, with global consumption surging and consumer demand shifting towards sustainability and innovation.
As demand intensifies, organizations need to be aware of the legal aspects of the complex energy transition. We advise clients of all sizes on everything from renewable and low carbon energy, energy storage, carbon sequestration and storage, cleantech, power purchase agreements, tax monetisation and transfers of tax credits, to mining and oil and gas. By thinking laterally and using our global experience, we easily solve problems for our clients.
We've acted on Energy projects in 40 countries
Advised a banking pool in arranging financing totaling 350 million euros secured by Apex Energies
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They benefit from the comprehensive legal guidance we provide across a broad spectrum of services, from corporate governance and investor engagement to antitrust, labor and employment. We go above and beyond for our clients, offering tailored training programs to help their teams stay ahead as the industry continues to evolve.
Our own journey with ESG has deepened our expertise, allowing us to provide more targeted advice to our clients. We’re setting science-based targets to guide our scopes one and two emissions reductions and are proud members of ICMA’s Sustainable Finance Group.
Our strong and trusting client relationships have won us recognition from prestigious industry bodies. We were shortlisted as Energy/Infrastructure Team of the Year at the 2024 Legal Business Awards. And we’ve been featured in Chambers and Partners Crisis & Risk Management Global-Wide ESG Risk (Law Firms) for the fourth consecutive year.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to the energy transition. Our clients need customized solutions to tackle everything from infrastructure projects to sustainability initiatives.
Whether working on sustainability-driven real estate or large urban developments, we help businesses simplify even the most challenging projects. By getting involved early, we address issues before they arise, keeping our clients ahead of the curve.
The innovative solutions we develop for our clients are consistently recognized by leading industry bodies. The Legal 500 UK 2025 ranked us Tier 1 for Projects, Energy, and Natural Resources: Water. We also received a new ranking for renewables, praising us for having "the most comprehensive industrial expertise in renewable energy in the Paris market." These recognitions demonstrate our ability to provide industry-leading expertise, powering success for our clients in even the most challenging circumstances.
Clients benefit from our ability to address challenges across the entire energy value chain, in regulated and unregulated markets.
For example, we advised Public Service Company of Oklahoma in connection with its proposed US$2.47bn fuel-free power plan to purchase three new wind farms and three new solar facilities, which would provide 995.5 megawatts of new, cost-effective renewable energy.
BCLP advised Skyports Infrastructure Limited on its Definitive Agreement with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority and Operating Agreement with all-electric eVTOL aircraft company Joby Aviation, Inc. to launch passenger eVTOL air taxi services in Dubai by 2026. These Agreements will make Dubai the first location in the world with a commercial, citywide electric air taxi service. This transformative agreement marks a significant milestone in redefining urban transportation, showcasing cutting-edge technology and modern convenience underpinned by sustainability.
And BCLP advised a banking pool comprising Caisse d'Épargne Île-de-France as senior MLA, Crédit Agricole Transitions & Énergies as MLA, and several other banking institutions, in arranging financing totaling 350 million euros secured by Apex Energies (a French renewable energy producer held by Macquarie Asset Management) to support the construction of around 1,100 solar power plants in shaded, rooftop, and ground-mounted configurations, with a total capacity of up to 400MWp.
The deep expertise we’ve developed over decades means clients consistently receive high-quality support from generation to grid.
They benefit from the comprehensive legal guidance we provide across a broad spectrum of services, from corporate governance and investor engagement to antitrust, labor and employment. We go above and beyond for our clients, offering tailored training programs to help their teams stay ahead as the industry continues to evolve.
Our own journey with ESG has deepened our expertise, allowing us to provide more targeted advice to our clients. We’re setting science-based targets to guide our scopes one and two emissions reductions and are proud members of ICMA’s Sustainable Finance Group.
Our strong and trusting client relationships have won us recognition from prestigious industry bodies. We were shortlisted as Energy/Infrastructure Team of the Year at the 2024 Legal Business Awards. And we’ve been featured in Chambers and Partners Crisis & Risk Management Global-Wide ESG Risk (Law Firms) for the fourth consecutive year.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to the energy transition. Our clients need customized solutions to tackle everything from infrastructure projects to sustainability initiatives.
Whether working on sustainability-driven real estate or large urban developments, we help businesses simplify even the most challenging projects. By getting involved early, we address issues before they arise, keeping our clients ahead of the curve.
The innovative solutions we develop for our clients are consistently recognized by leading industry bodies. The Legal 500 UK 2025 ranked us Tier 1 for Projects, Energy, and Natural Resources: Water. We also received a new ranking for renewables, praising us for having "the most comprehensive industrial expertise in renewable energy in the Paris market." These recognitions demonstrate our ability to provide industry-leading expertise, powering success for our clients in even the most challenging circumstances.
Clients benefit from our ability to address challenges across the entire energy value chain, in regulated and unregulated markets.
For example, we advised Public Service Company of Oklahoma in connection with its proposed US$2.47bn fuel-free power plan to purchase three new wind farms and three new solar facilities, which would provide 995.5 megawatts of new, cost-effective renewable energy.
BCLP advised Skyports Infrastructure Limited on its Definitive Agreement with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority and Operating Agreement with all-electric eVTOL aircraft company Joby Aviation, Inc. to launch passenger eVTOL air taxi services in Dubai by 2026. These Agreements will make Dubai the first location in the world with a commercial, citywide electric air taxi service. This transformative agreement marks a significant milestone in redefining urban transportation, showcasing cutting-edge technology and modern convenience underpinned by sustainability.
And BCLP advised a banking pool comprising Caisse d'Épargne Île-de-France as senior MLA, Crédit Agricole Transitions & Énergies as MLA, and several other banking institutions, in arranging financing totaling 350 million euros secured by Apex Energies (a French renewable energy producer held by Macquarie Asset Management) to support the construction of around 1,100 solar power plants in shaded, rooftop, and ground-mounted configurations, with a total capacity of up to 400MWp.
The deep expertise we’ve developed over decades means clients consistently receive high-quality support from generation to grid.
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"A true ‘one-stop shop’ with lawyers in Europe, US, Asia and the Middle East covering every stage of the renewable energy business or project life-cycle. Acted for over 150 clients in 40 countries on major energy projects."
“BCLP has substantial experience handling a range of project development matters, including conventional oil and gas and mineral transactions as well as renewable energy project development and power production.”
Chambers USA, 2024
