10/30/2025
Australian environmental reforms set to introduce new watchdog, faster approvals
The legislation will also strengthen the environment minister’s ability to override the standard process
Planet SOS
10/28/2025
Latham Advises on Transaction Named ESG Deal of the Year
Firm advises on winning deal at 2025 SCI Risk Sharing Awards.
10/22/2025
Employers urged to prepare as UK government ramps up clean energy jobs plan
The plan also covers extending employment rights to certain offshore workers
10/20/2025
Caroline May, Partner and EMEA Head of Environment, Health & Safety, recognised as a 'UK Green Ambassador' by The Legal 500
Caroline already plays a pivotal role in driving our firm's sustainability agenda
10/17/2025
Groundbreaking housing retrofit pilot ‘shows actual data should inform works’
Despite the findings from the pilot, Daniels acknowledged that there are challenges for Senze in persuading portfolio owners to adopt a measured data approach to improving the energy performance of their assets.
10/14/2025
Shoosmiths purchases high-integrity carbon removals with Carbonaires to account for residual operational emissions
Shoosmiths’ approach demonstrates its commitment to science-based climate action and responsible investment in solutions that deliver both environmental and social value.
10/13/2025
Hogan Lovells deals recognised at the IJGlobal ESG Awards 2025
Hogan Lovells advised BNP Paribas on the financing of the construction of the floating solar power plant at Gravières de l'Arroux by Verso Energy.
09/18/2025
Shaping the Future of Energy: Hogan Lovells advises Terra One on the €150m mezzanine financing for Battery Energy Storage Systems
Hogan Lovells provided Terra One with comprehensive advice on the financing and corporate aspects of the transaction.
09/08/2025
Gowling WLG secures Top 10 rankings in Inspiratia’s H1 2025 Legal Adviser League Tables
Over the past six months, our team advised on major transactions across the energy transition sector
09/03/2025
Rapid growth of Australian data centres ‘requires further investment in clean energy’
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has created a separate data centre category in its electricity forecasting models.
08/26/2025
New plan charts path forward for Victoria’s renewable energy transition
Under proposed reforms, VicGrid will be responsible for coordinating the procurement of VTP transmission projects.
08/19/2025
European Green Bonds and Luxembourg’s role in shaping sustainable finance
Europe’s shift from voluntary principles to the legally binding European Green Bonds label has cemented its status as the reference point for global sustainable finance.
07/28/2025
World court: states have climate obligations under international law
The ICJ’s intervention is the latest by a court amidst increasing focus on states’ climate-related obligations by international courts.
07/25/2025
Capacity Investment Scheme streamlined by Australia federal government
Bowen acknowledged that while the Capacity Investment Scheme provides industry investment certainty, the sector still faces challenges in relation to social licenses
07/23/2025
Philippines offshore wind auction to boost development and investor confidence
If successful, GEA-5 is expected to unlock billions of dollars in investment, create thousands of green jobs, and position the Philippines as a regional leader in offshore wind.
07/14/2025
Climate litigation hit top courts worldwide in 2024
The latest edition of an annual report on climate litigation by the Grantham Research Institute has identified a noticeable broadening in the types of businesses being targeted, and that many cases are now reaching the highest courts.
07/02/2025
Ireland’s renewable transport fuel policy provides some clarity for providers and investors
The policy includes the renewable transport fuel obligation (RTFO), a legal requirement for fuel suppliers to blend a certain percentage of renewable fuels into their products.
06/27/2025
Net zero-aligned UK transition plan duties consulted on
Many businesses already develop and disclose their own climate-related transition plans
06/11/2025
Who will lead the charge on hotel sustainability in uncertain times?
Even as regulatory frameworks such as the Energy Performance Buildings Directive and Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards gain traction, many developers
06/10/2025
Irish energy developers and investors must review ORESS Tonn Nua terms
The auction will operate under a two-way contract for difference mechanism