With a global focus on reducing carbon emissions, biomass projects are playing an important role in the UK’s diverse energy mix. But while opportunities for fuelled renewables abound in the sector, businesses need expert advice to overcome the contractual and regulatory obstacles they face.
We are immersed in the biomass sector and have worked on some of the UK's most high profile biomass and fuelled renewables projects. Our experts advise on the full project lifecycle, from real estate to planning, construction packages to financing and operation.
We work collaboratively to ensure we assemble the best combination of people, skills and experience for each client. We have particular expertise in the fuel supply contracts and regulatory issues that are crucial to the successful delivery of biomass projects. We can also draw on the skills of our nationally-acclaimed transport team for matters relating to power stations deliveries.
Our biomass experts are active in shaping the future of the sector through membership of a number of industry bodies, including the REA Biomass group.
Areas of focus
Our expertise in biomass projects includes the following:
- Procurement and funding.
- Compliance with the Renewables Obligation.
- Negotiating fuel supply agreements.
- Energy regulation, CfDs and RHI.
- Sustainability requirements and rejection procedures.
- Drafting and negotiating port agreements.
- Construction contracts.
- Health and safety issues.
- Rail aspects of biomass projects.
- Construction disputes.