Energy
Europe Guide 2024 : Germany
Band 5
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Provided by HEUKING
The energy industry is currently primarily affected by topics in the generation area; this applies both to conventional and to renewable energy sources. Highlights are the early withdrawal of nuclear power, offshore wind parks, the substantial increase in photovoltaic power plants as well as questions regarding the profitability and realization of coal- and gas power plant projects. Additional topics are cooperation and mergers of public utility companies.
In the near future, a multitude of licenses are set to expire. Municipalities are considering the implementation of new cooperation models or the "re-municipalization" of power supply. Issues of energy efficiency, smart metering and electromobility also shape the market.
Heuking Kühn Lüer Wojtek provides counsel to its clients in the lawful implementation of these innovations. Moreover, during the contract drafting and negotiation of energy supply and purchase contracts, the establishment and implementation of contracting projects, we advise on questions of the Renewable Energy Act (EEG) and the Act on Combined Heat and Power Generation (KWKG) as well as on judicial and extra-judicial disputes with contracting parties.
In addition, one focus of our activity is legal counsel to companies in the energy industry regarding the acquisition or sale of stock as well as the drafting and negotiation of contracts.
For more information see here: https://www.heuking.de/en/practice-groups/legal-consulting/energy.html
Chambers Review
The German law firm HEUKING covers both the renewable and conventional energy markets. The team is experienced in handling various energy contracts including collaboration and power purchase agreements. Investors also often seek the firm's assistance with the acquisition and sale of renewable energy assets. Further expertise lies in electric mobility projects with national and European reach. The firm also offers regulatory expertise regarding energy trading, administrative proceedings and hydrogen projects. The close cooperation with its top-ranked public procurement teams supplements the firm's offering.
Work Highlights
- HEUKING advised Excelerate Energy on the provision of a floating storage and regasification unit for the second LNG terminal in Wilhelmshaven to be operated by TES, E.ON and ENGIE.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"HEUKING is proactive, efficient and quick, with a team of pleasant and nice lawyers who give clear and concise advice."
"HEUKING is very responsive and solution-oriented and has in-depth legal knowledge."
"HEUKING is proactive, efficient and quick, with a team of pleasant and nice lawyers who give clear and concise advice."
"HEUKING is very responsive and solution-oriented and has in-depth legal knowledge."
Notable Practitioners
Marc Baltus regularly advises on an array of mandates including power purchase agreements, energy trading and gas supply contracts with further strength in assisting with the regulatory aspects of M&A transactions.
"Marc Baltus is both a great litigator and contract lawyer, which is needed in the energy sector."
"He is a pleasure to work with and has a broad view of the regulatory domain."
"Marc Baltus is our go-to lawyer for any German-law related advice."