Renewable Energy Contracts: Legal and Commercial Considerations

Course Objectives:

• Understand the key legal and commercial elements of renewable energy contracts.
• Gain insight into the negotiation and drafting of renewable energy agreements.
• Learn about the risks and opportunities in renewable energy projects from a contractual perspective.
• Explore the regulatory frameworks affecting renewable energy contracts.
• Develop skills to analyze and resolve disputes related to renewable energy projects.

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Introduction to Renewable Energy Contracts

Content:

• Overview of renewable energy sectors (solar, wind, hydro, etc.).
• Key players in renewable energy projects (developers, contractors, investors, utilities, governments).
• Types of contracts in renewable energy (PPA, EPC, O&M, Financing).
• Legal frameworks governing renewable energy projects.
• Key commercial considerations (cost structure, timelines, project risks).

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Contract Formation and Negotiation

Content:

• Essentials of contract formation in renewable energy.
• Key terms in renewable energy contracts (performance guarantees, payment structures, penalties).
• Negotiation strategies and common challenges.
• Understanding contract pricing and payment mechanisms.
• Risk allocation in contracts (force majeure, delay, penalties, warranties).

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Regulatory, Environmental, and Financial Considerations

Content:

• Impact of local, national, and international regulations on contracts.
• Environmental compliance and sustainability in renewable energy projects.
• Financial modeling and structuring of contracts (e.g., tax incentives, subsidies).
• Government policies influencing contract terms (e.g., FIT, PPA structures).
• Case study of regulatory challenges in renewable energy projects.

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Dispute Resolution and Risk Management

Content:

• Common causes of disputes in renewable energy projects.
• Mechanisms for dispute resolution (mediation, arbitration, litigation).
• Contractual clauses for risk management (liability, indemnification, insurance).
• Managing the impact of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., changes in law, technology).
• Case study on resolving disputes and managing project delays.

DATE:
1ST BATCH: 25th – 28th Feb, 2025
2ND BATCH: 9th – 11th June, 2025
3RD BATCH: 14th – 17th Oct, 2025