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EnergyTech

Innovating the future of energy. Our EnergyTech team provides cutting-edge legal solutions to clients pursuing clean energy and storage projects, smart grids, data centres, EV infrastructure and blockchain applications.

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Our multidisciplinary team combines deep sector knowledge with a passion for innovation, ensuring that our clients are well equipped to thrive in an evolving landscape.

Our EnergyTech practice encompasses a broad spectrum of services, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our team comprises leading experts with extensive experience in the energy and technology sectors who are committed to delivering innovative legal solutions that drive the success of our clients’ projects.

We offer tailored advice and support at every stage of our clients’ journey and have played an instrumental role in some of the most significant EnergyTech projects and initiatives.

Services

Clean energy projects

We support the development, financing and operation of all types of clean energy projects and the technological solutions they deploy.

Smart grids, energy storage and data centres

We provide legal guidance on the deployment of smart grid technologies, energy storage solutions and data centres. We also advise on off-grid, private wire energy solutions and corporate power purchase agreements.

Electric vehicles (EV) and infrastructure

Our team assists in the roll-out of EV infrastructure, including charging networks and related technologies, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Blockchain and digital solutions

We navigate the complexities of blockchain applications in energy trading, grid management and peer-to-peer energy transactions.

Regulatory and compliance

We offer strategic, practical advice on navigating and complying with the regulatory landscape as it evolves alongside rapid technological development.

Waste-to-energy and pyrolysis technology

We assist clients in developing and implementing waste-to-energy projects and pyrolysis technology, supporting project development, regulatory compliance and technology integration.

Examples of our work

EV charging network expansion

Providing comprehensive legal support for the expansion of a nationwide EV charging network, facilitating the transition to electric mobility.

Blockchain energy trading platform

Assisting in the development and deployment of a blockchain-based energy trading platform, enabling secure and transparent peer-to-peer energy transactions.

Data mining clean energy solution

Advising on contracts for the provision of data mining services and the deployment and installation of modular data mining units co-located with renewables.

Green hydrogen initiative

Providing legal support for the establishment of a green hydrogen production facility, contributing to the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Advanced nuclear technologies

Advising an advanced modular reactor vendor on the deployment of its Integral Molten Salt Reactor in the UK and an international investor on joint venture negotiations to develop small modular reactors in the UK.

Nuclear fusion

Advising UKAEA on all aspects of STEP, the UK’s flagship £20 billion programme to deliver a prototype fusion plant by 2040.

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What others say

“The team at Burges Salmon is very diligent and the quality of work is always good. They are very responsive and ensure clients are regularly updated. They have excellent technical knowledge.”

Legal 500 UK 2023

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