Energy & Natural Resources
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : New Zealand
Band 2
About
Provided by Greenwood Roche
Our energy and resources practice was originally fossil-fuels-based, across the full spectrum from oil and gas to mining, including the ETS dimensions of the industry. Our practice is now almost entirely renewables-based and we are actively involved in wind, solar and water projects across the country.
Chambers Review
Greenwood Roche is well known for its work in the energy and electricity sectors, with considerable expertise in major urban development and infrastructure projects. It has a strong presence in Christchurch and Wellington, advising various government departments on plan reviews, change processes and consenting strategy. The law firm also acts for forestry companies and landowners on wide-ranging resource management matters.
Work Highlights
- Greenwood Roche advised Rio Tinto and subsidiary New Zealand Aluminium Smelters on negotiations with multiple electricity generators to secure electricity pricing for the Tiwai Point Smelter.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We value Greenwood Roche for their responsiveness and expertise in their field."
"We value Greenwood Roche for their responsiveness and expertise in their field."
Notable Practitioners
Brigid McArthur is a partner in Greenwood Roche's Wellington office. She is highly regarded for her excellent track record handling regulatory and transactional matters across the oil and gas and electricity sectors.
Ranked Lawyers at
Greenwood Roche
New Zealand
Members
Provided by Greenwood Roche
Amy Rutherford
Head of Department
Francelle Lupis
Hadleigh Yonge
Nick Dunn
Head of Department
Rachel Murdoch
Ranui Calman
Vimal Nair