12/05/2025
Planning policy is evolving to address wake loss risk for offshore wind projects
The updated draft EN-3 avoids adding more hurdles to, and asks of, the planning process, in the form of assessments and strict design considerations
Planet SOS
12/05/2025
Eversheds Sutherland helps power ILOS Energy’s solar portfolio in Ireland
The new 500-acre solar farm began in April
11/25/2025
Hydrogen’s role in the clean energy transition
As governments and businesses race toward net-zero targets, hydrogen offers a versatile solution that could reshape energy systems for decades to come.
11/18/2025
New UK standard for sustainability assurance launched
The new standard has been drawn up after consultations with stakeholders, professional bodies and investors, who backed it as a voluntary measure.
11/17/2025
Government eyes change from RPI to CPI for green energy schemes
“Any adverse impact on forecasted revenues could be difficult to forget among the generator and investor communities.”
11/17/2025
A&O Shearman research finds closing the global USD6 trillion net zero financing gap achievable by 2029
Across all major sectors , the average gap between climate investment in 2023 and the sums required between 2024 and 2030 to align to a net zero pathway was USD5.9tn (a range of USD4.5tn to USD7.8tn).
11/05/2025
Targets, transition and tree protection among issues to watch for at COP30
The data-driven monitor looks at the ambitiousness of net zero policy around the world
11/05/2025
Singapore’s Jurong Island green energy plans ‘an opportunity’ for tech, infrastructure and energy firms
With recent assessments highlighting the sector’s economic contribution, this move is a welcome boost for Singapore’s digital and green ambitions.
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
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.