Energy from myriad sources is fundamental to the functioning of homes, businesses, transportation systems, and other critical infrastructure projects, making it indispensable to the economy.
And as the adoption and proliferation of renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power is ever increasing, this transition stimulates economic growth by creating new jobs and industries.
Our Energy Production + Environmental Services industry team believes that this sector is not simply about maintaining existing operations—it is about fostering innovation, generating employment, and ensuring a sustainable future for all.
The lawyers at Kegler Brown serve as outside general counsel to companies throughout the energy and environmental supply chain in numerous ways that both empower their businesses and protect them from the pitfalls of regulatory compliance. These partnerships help to facilitate mergers and acquisitions, stimulate economic growth, streamline employment strategy, advocate for legislative change, and more generally help them compete effectively and achieve success.
Key Areas of Focus
- Corporate Transactions: In an industry that thrives on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, clients look to us to navigate these complex transactions, ensuring compliance with antitrust laws (if applicable) and secure necessary regulatory approvals.
- Land Use and Zoning: Securing and managing land for energy projects involves negotiating leases, navigating zoning issues, and managing property disputes.
- Government Relations + Advocacy: Navigating the political landscape and advocating for favorable policies and regulations is crucial for the sector, particularly in Ohio. Our team provides assistance with lobbying efforts, policy analysis, and government relations in Ohio and Washington, D.C.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to regulations set by agencies such as the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Energy (DOE), and state regulatory bodies is paramount. This includes compliance with environmental laws, energy regulations, and safety standards.
- Renewable Energy: Legal and legislative support is crucial for the development and implementation of renewable energy projects, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. This involves navigating regulatory approvals, securing financing, and negotiating contracts.
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Addressing disputes through litigation, arbitration, or mediation is often necessary, including most commonly issues involving breach of contract, environmental liability, and regulatory compliance.
- Permitting and Licensing: Obtaining the necessary permits and licenses for energy production and environmental projects is a complex process. Our attorneys help clients navigate the state and federal regulatory landscape and build cultures of compliance.
- Energy Contracts: Drafting and negotiating energy contracts, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), supply agreements, and service contracts, is fundamental. This includes working alongside regulators, designing compliant marketing and communication practices, and managing risk.
