For the last two decades, federal agencies have set mandates to reduce energy intensity, lower greenhouse gases and increase use of alternative energy sources. The… Read More »Private sector partnerships help DoD meet goals for energy efficiency and renewable energy production
Attorneys from AHC will present a 2-day seminar regarding “Avoiding Disputes in Energy Project Development.” The seminar will take place in Charlotte, N.C. You can read more about the seminar by clicking here: EUCI Seminar. Read More »AHC Attorneys Present 2-Day Seminar on Energy Project Development
AHC attorneys Charles Autry and David Cook will present a teleconference about solar energy development. Here is a summary of the program from its sponsor, the National Business Institute. Read More »AHC Attorneys Present on Solar Development
AHC attorneys David R. Cook and Roland F. Hall will present a webinar on ways to minimize disputes in energy projects. The webinar will focus on project contracts and their role in reducing ambiguity and potential for disputes among project participants.
Properly drafted project development and construction contracts — especially the power purchase agreement — are essential to project success. Contracts that clearly define and allocate the parties’ rights and responsibilities can greatly assist in clarifying the parties’ roles and preventing misunderstandings. On the other hand, unclear or insufficient project contracts can result in misunderstandings, major project setbacks, and unforeseen costs that minimize project viability and may erupt into litigation. In the worst case, poorly drafted contracts may result in an unfinanceable project. Read More »Webinar on Minimizing Disputes in Energy Project Development
Renewable projects are typically complex and require substantial amounts of capital. Some parties may bring expertise; others may bring equipment components; while others may bring funds. In any event, these multiple parties will have agreements — called development agreements — between or among themselves. When one party fails to live up to its obligations, these development agreements should address the rights of the other party or parties.
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A July 31, 2012 ruling by a federal district court illustrates the importance of using clear provisions in contracts for energy construction. The case centered on a developer’s argument that its contract with an engineering firm contained a performance guaranty concerning the operation of a biomass plant.Read More »The Impact of Ambiguity in Construction and Engineering Contracts for Energy Projects
Energy-related construction and design contracts are complicated instruments that are replete with pitfalls for both sides. A recent Georgia case discussed the complexity of energy-construction projects, especially where one party assumes responsibility for both design and installation. Read More »Design and Installation of Energy-Related Construction Contracts
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