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Energy & Natural Resources

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The Energy sector is undergoing transformation driven by continual advances in technology, growing global demand and a move towards decarbonisation and efficiency.
 

Energy & Natural Resources

Understanding the Energy & Natural Resources sector

Those operating in the Energy sector are faced with high levels of uncertainty, stemming from the resulting energy price volatility and changing geopolitical dynamics. At the same time, lower oil prices unlock new opportunities for alternative energy and new technological developments.

With this in mind, our Energy & Natural Resources team offers a range of services supported by our specialists, in areas such as:

Our Energy & Natural Resources team deliver industry knowledge and expertise

Our team of energy specialists help clients to adapt to regulatory reforms, rethink their strategies, optimise efficiencies across the value chain and find new agile ways to tackle emerging challenges.

We support clients in all aspects of their business internationally on matters involving oil and gas, renewable energy and power and utilities.

“The ‘knowledgeable’ team at DWF is noted for its energy and renewables expertise and operates closely with its colleagues across the firm’s international network. Electricity, gas, water, renewables and nuclear work are key areas of focus. ”
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Latest reports and downloads

European New Energy Atlas and Growth Markets report
This report aims to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the status of renewable technologies in key jurisdictions; highlighting where organisations may best focus their efforts in the short to medium term; as well as understanding what factors remain to be developed in other key jurisdictions to lay the foundations for future business opportunities.
 
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Future-proofing solar investments
DWF and Solarplaza assess whether different approaches to structure, standardisation and risk associated with offtake arrangements can enhance the future of solar investments.
 
Small panel PPA report

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LIDW25: DWF co-hosts Africa, construction and payment innovation panels
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LIDW25: DWF co-hosts Africa, construction and payment innovation panels 17 Jun 2025

DWF co-hosted several panels during this year’s London International Disputes Week (2-6 June 2025). From complexities of African projects, through future of construction, to impact of payments innovation, we summarize key takeaways and what it means for dispute resolution.  

 
Quick guide to the auction system for renewables – Onshore wind energy
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Quick guide to the auction system for renewables – Onshore wind energy 10 Jun 2025

DWF's renewable energy team have written a guide on the 2025 Polish auction system for renewables.

 
Navigating bullying and serious misconduct in the workplace
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Navigating bullying and serious misconduct in the workplace 10 Jun 2025

In a recent decision the Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) held that the bullying conduct of an employee does not necessarily constitute serious misconduct. The decision highlights the importance of distinguishing between bullying and serious misconduct, especially in the context of a disciplinary process following a workplace investigation.

 

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Darren Walsh

Partner // Global Head of Energy

United Kingdom

 

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