Energy & Climate change

Today’s energy and environmental sector requires expertise in global geopolitics, economics and regulation but, rather than becoming more standardised and commoditised, the sector’s pace of change is accelerating. CMS teams work across the globe to help meet the demands of climate change, technological disruption, urbanisation in developing economies, social concerns and political agendas.

Legal solutions for a sustainable future

CMS Wistrand’s Energy and Environmental practice dates back to the 90’s. Explore tailored legal solutions for your business's environmental challenges at CMS Wistrand's Energy and Environment Practice. Navigate the complexities of legal requirements, whether you're delving into investments in wind and solar energy or other means of power and heat generation. Our team specilises in assessing legal environmental issues, such as permitting, regulatory or contaminated land liabilities., This can be done within the context of establishments, corporate transfers and real estate transactions. We will be your legal strategic partner, offering expert guidance in the dynamic realm of energy and environmental law.

We provide advice in areas such as:

• Contaminated land
• Permitting, licensing and notification matters at all levels
• Waste handling, Producer Liability and Circular Economy
• Chemicals, REACH and Seveso legislation
• Quarrying and mining
• Energy tax and other economic instruments
• Grid and other distribution issues
• Land use and exploitation issues, compensation matters
• Contractual issues in connection with acquisitions, transfers, and start-ups
• Dispute resolution
• Supervisory matters and issues regarding administrative fines and sanction fees
• Sustainability and compliance-related issues