Renewable energy
We have developed significant legal expertise across the full spectrum of renewable and alternative energy projects, supporting local and international companies, investors, and private sector developers.
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How we work
Permitting, power purchase agreements and grid connection.
We are proud to support governments, development banks, and private investors in accelerating the transition to clean energy.
Our projects
Work we have done
First offshore wind project in the Caspian Sea
We support Azerbaijan Green Energy Company and its project company, Clean Energy Capital, on the first offshore wind project in the Caspian Sea.Read the caseRenewable energyAzerbaijan’s first auction-based renewable energy project
The first renewable energy project in Azerbaijan procured through a competitive auction. As lead counsel to the investor, Universal Solar Co., Ltd., we took a 100 MW solar plant in Gobustan from project agreements to the start of construction.Read the caseSolomon Islands
Legal Reform & Rooftop Solar Energy Program
VLM was engaged by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to advise the Government of the Solomon Islands on a comprehensive renewable energy reform initiative, combining national legislative development with regulatory support for a large-scale rooftop solar program.
In the initial phase, we conducted extensive legal due diligence, identified key gaps in the existing energy legislation, and proposed reforms to strengthen the legal framework for clean energy development. We prepared draft amendments to the Electricity Act and delivered strategic recommendations to modernize the country’s energy governance.
In parallel, we supported the legal design of a rooftop solar energy program in Honiara, aimed at reducing electricity costs, improving access, and decreasing reliance on imported fossil fuels. Our work included designing legal structures for private sector participation, aligning tariff frameworks, and advising on implementation pathways.
What we do
We offer comprehensive legal services tailored to the complex and highly regulated nature of the alternative energy sector. Our team advises on all stages of renewable energy project development.
- Navigating national and international energy legislation
- Advising on renewable energy targets, net metering, and carbon reduction policies
- Ensuring compliance with grid codes, licensing laws
- Identified legal gaps and weaknesses in the current renewable energy legislation and energy management system
- Prepared a comprehensive due diligence report outlining areas for improvement
Drafting and negotiating key agreements
- Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
- Investment and Development Agreements
- EPC, O&M, and Construction Contracts
- Transmission and Interconnection Agreements
- Land Lease Agreements
- Structuring PPPs and facilitating bankable deal terms
- Securing energy generation and construction permits and licenses
- Obtaining Investment Promotion Documents, tax and customs exemptions
- Navigating approvals from energy ministries, grid operators, and environmental regulators
- Conducting land due diligence, and lease negotiations
- Advising on environmental and social impact requirements
- Structuring infrastructure sharing and grid integration arrangements
- Identifying legal and regulatory risks across the project lifecycle
- Advising on pre-litigation strategy and dispute resolution mechanisms, including arbitration
- Advising on employment law for local and foreign personnel
- Obtaining work permits and temporary residence permits
- Drafting procurement and commercial contracts for local and cross-border supply chains
News and insight
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Contact
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