Energy & Natural Resources
Europe Guide 2024 : Netherlands
Band 2
About
Provided by Pels Rijcken
The energy team works on the largest and most complex energy projects in the Netherlands. It is not only involved in practically all major wind farm projects onshore and offshore, but also in major – renewable – heat, as well as heat and cold storage and supply projects. It is also regularly retained for climate change matters, such as CO2 emission rights trading. The firm is leading in regulatory litigation in the energy sector. In addition to its successful regulatory practice, it also have a considerable transactional track record. It is advising energy producers, suppliers and traders and energy project developers. Unlike other law firms, it is retained by the Dutch government to advise on strategic and politically sensitive energy matters.
Chambers Review
Pels Rijcken has a specific focus on regulatory matters, advising key public sector clients, including central and local governments, on high-profile and often politically sensitive energy-related issues. The firm additionally receives frequent instructions from leading domestic and international energy companies and project developers. It is especially well equipped to assist with heat, and wind farm projects, as well as matters concerning climate change.
Work Highlights
- Pels Rijcken represented the Province of Noord-Brabant in administrative proceedings before the Counsel of State and concerning the development of the Karolinapolder wind farm.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Pels Rijcken has a lot of knowledge about the energy field. Their expertise is great, they anticipate new legislation coming in and adapt to it."
"The team at Pels Rijcken works quickly and effectively and communicates in a pleasant manner."
"Pels Rijcken has a lot of knowledge about the energy field. Their expertise is great, they anticipate new legislation coming in and adapt to it."
"The team at Pels Rijcken works quickly and effectively and communicates in a pleasant manner."
Notable Practitioners
Iman Brinkman acts across a range of regulatory issues, including administrative proceedings and advisory issues relating to heat projects.
"Iman Brinkman has a true depth of knowledge, he can make it understandable to a layman."
"He is a very skilled lawyer that is completely focused on the legal interests of his client."
"Iman Brinkman is very good at dealing with multidisciplinary problems; he is one of the best lawyers for energy issues. I am very satisfied with his creative solutions and client service."