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ENERGY & UTILITIES Helping you deliver a sustainable future

As the world moves towards decarbonised economies, there is an increased need for essential utilities. To fulfil this need, established players are having to adapt and a number of new and diverse market entrants are evolving and offering new business models.

The industry is changing rapidly and we have built our team of energy lawyers across all of our legal disciplines and network of offices to anticipate these changes. We use our knowledge of the energy industry to provide focused and commercial advice. You can count on us for our professionalism, technical expertise, responsiveness, personal chemistry and problem solving.

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In addition to our core strength in traditional energy, utilities and infrastructure, we have a deep rooted knowledge of technology and IP. We understand key business processes and work closely with industry bodies in order to influence and shape markets.  We will help you to anticipate change, deliver solutions and implement strategies, as well as to protect your business and enhance its value. Moreover we are able to assist in risk assessments from a very early stage to avoid costly disputes. Where necessary, our disputes team is prepared to resolve any issues you may encounter.

If you'd like to know more about how we can help your business, please contact individuals listed below.

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Bird & Bird named most active clean energy M&A and Project Finance adviser

Our Energy & Utilities Group has been recognised by the Clean Energy Pipeline Legal League Tables 2025 for being the Most Active Legal Adviser in both Clean Energy Project Financing and M&A transactions, resulting in being named as one of the Most Influential Law Firms in Renewable Energy.

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