Energy law covers the development, procurement and regulation of generation, transmission and supply of electricity and gas, and the management of related markets. A solicitor in this area drafts and negotiates power purchase agreements, grid connection agreements, and capacity or capacity market arrangements, as well as supply and trading contracts with commercial buyers and suppliers. They advise on licensing, regulatory compliance, project approvals, and risk management across renewables, conventional generation and energy efficiency schemes.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
They handle complex provisions, including licensing under the Electricity Act and Gas Acts, grid connection and use-of-system agreements, fuel and carbon trading arrangements, and compliance with Ofgem and BEIS rules. The work involves negotiating bespoke contracts, managing interconnector and PPA arrangements, and advising on project finance and regulatory registrations. Careful attention to tariff structures, risk allocation, and long-term commercial viability is essential.