Geothermal

Geothermal projects present a unique risk and regulatory profile, balancing the technical complexity of sub-surface development with the need for long-term certainty of performance.

Our understanding of EPC contracts, project financing challenges, and novel technologies and approaches ensures that we provide commercially focused advice.

We work with developers, contractors, and engineers in both mature and developing markets to protect their interests across the construction and operation of geothermal projects.

Our expertise in construction and energy contracts enables us to support the full spectrum of geothermal energy projects, including deep geothermal power generation, direct-use heating schemes, and ground source systems for district and industrial applications.

Other Energy Sources

Oil and Gas

We provide expert legal advice on major global oil and gas projects, both offshore and onshore.

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Nuclear

We support clients in the global nuclear industry with strategic legal advice, risk management and dispute resolution.

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Wind

Fenwick Elliott supports and advises across the offshore and onshore wind industries, from procurement to operation.

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Solar

We deliver legal guidance across the solar energy sector, supporting clients worldwide with complex projects, contract advice and dispute resolution.

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Energy-from-Waste

We are a trusted partner in EfW projects worldwide, providing expert legal support and acting in major dispute resolution proceedings.

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Biomass

Fenwick Elliott provides specialised legal expertise for biomass projects, guiding clients through complex contracts and dispute resolution where necessary.

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Tidal

We combine deep technical understanding with legal expertise to navigate the complexities of tidal energy projects.

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Hydropower and dams

We offer expert legal support for hydro projects worldwide, navigating complex contracts and risks from procurement through delivery and dispute resolution.

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“I have been working with Fenwick Elliott for years and they are consistently excellent. The team has a huge depth of knowledge on construction matters, coupled with a sense of litigation strategy and tactics that is second to none.”
Legal 500 UK

Our Team

Key contacts

Richard Smellie

Partner

Nicholas Gould

Partner

Thomas Young

Partner

Contact us to learn how we can assist with your Construction Law needs.

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Annual Review

15 December 2023

Energy and the dilemma of delivery

Events of the past few years have brought home to us all the importance of energy security. As Rebecca Cook and Nicholas Gould explain, the world is using more energy each year, not less. While the rate of growth has slowed (now averaging around 1% to 2% per year), overall consumption continues to grow. They then go on to discuss what can be done.

By Nicholas Gould Partner

Webinar

10 October 2024

Design and Design Life: Understanding your obligations

Edward Foyle of Fenwick Elliott and Sanjay Patel KC of 4 Pump Court discuss the meaning of commonly used design obligations in standard forms of contract, including fitness for purpose, and consider what contractual obligations in respect of “design life” actually mean and how they apply to construction contracts.