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News & Analysis as of May 25, 2013

HB 85 – Act Relating to Public-Private Partnerships

by Mark Herron | Messer & Caparello, P.A. on 4/25/2013

In the wake of the recent recession, a number of states, including Florida, are exploring new and innovative solutions to the problem of insufficient funding for the construction and improvement of public facilities. At the...more

The Next Big Step For Renewables: Energy Storage

by Peter Bauman - Senior Associate at Tharpe &... on 8/9/2012

The promise of renewable energy has been partly realized as renewables, including wind and solar, have attracted significant investment over the years and now generate output that comprises a useful contribution to our...more

Thought leadership on legal implications of residential and commercial PV installations

by BPE Solicitors LLP on 11/23/2011

Thought leadership piece on legal considerations and lessons learnt in PV installations in the UK....more

Contract administration - JCT, NEC3 and FIDIC

by BPE Solicitors LLP on 11/14/2011

An article comparing the contract administration and project management roles found in JCT, NEC and FIDIC. May be of most interest to those in the process engineering industries....more

Anti-Corruption Laws & Compliance

by David Seide on 8/24/2010

This articles reviews recent anti-corruption efforts affecting energy and infrastructure companies, and discusses key elements associated with compliance programs....more

PA Notes

by McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC on 7/5/2010

Sales & Use Tax - Building and Pole Signs: The sale of a building or pole sign may qualify as a “construction contract,” where the vendor installs the sign to become permanently affixed to the real estate. While no tax is...more

Managing the Risks Involved in Building Green Projects

by Armstrong Teasdale LLP on 5/26/2010

"Green" building projects are now becoming the norm. Only a few years ago green buildings appeared to be a market trend, but countless projects are now focusing on environmentally friendly design and construction. How can...more

Renewable Energy Law: Federal Stimulus Provides Major Funding for Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation

by Lane Powell PC - Business/Commercial Law on 2/17/2009

The economic stimulus package passed by Congress and signed today by President Obama contains good news for supporters of renewable energy and energy conservation. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 provides...more