Discussion of contractual challenges on renewable energy project developments

Watch a recording of the Clyde & Co led panel at the OGUK Legal Conference 2021, which explored and discussed the legal/contractual challenges faced by in-house counsel on renewable energy project developments.

Topics of discussion included:

• The contrasting risk allocation and liability and indemnity regimes between traditional “oil and gas” contracts and “construction/renewables” contracts

• The FIDIC v LOGIC debate

• What are the lessons for in-house counsel from some of the recent renewables decisions of the courts, such as the Supreme Court decision in MT Højgaard A/S v E.ON Climate & Renewables UK Robin Rigg East Limited

• Change orders and variations – a step change in contract management 

• Pitfalls and top tips in drafting, negotiating and managing renewables contract

This panel session was chaired by David Leckie, Partner, Clyde & Co, with speakers:

• Fiona Parkin QC, Atkin Chambers

• Paul Buckingham, Keating Chambers

• Mary-Anne Roff, Partner, Clyde & Co

• Mark Walsh, Partner, Clyde & Co