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Morgan Lewis

ESG Investing: A Global Regulatory Review and Outlook

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As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations become increasingly central to investment strategies worldwide, the regulatory landscapes governing ESG investing are evolving rapidly across different regions....more

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Investors and Regulators Demand Climate Disclosures, but Companies Should Beware of Greenwashing Claims

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Pressure from consumers, investors, and regulators to provide climate, environmental, and sustainability disclosures is increasing, but it is important for companies to ensure such disclosures are accurate, verifiable, and...more

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EV Roundup - September 2024

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In June 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS announced that U.S. consumers have saved more than $1 billion in upfront costs on their purchase of more than 150,000 clean vehicles since January 1, 2024, thanks to...more

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APAC Energy Pulse

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The Asia-Pacific region has experienced some headwinds in the renewable energy sector (particularly offshore wind) in recent times.  These headwinds take the form of, for example, higher devex and capex costs, inadequacy or...more

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Developer Perspectives on Today’s Energy Storage Markets

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In 2023, the world added an impressive 45 gigawatts/97 gigawatt-hours of energy storage capacity, nearly tripling year-on-year growth, with the majority driven by battery storage installations. The global energy storage...more

Morgan Lewis

The Intersection of Energy and Artificial Intelligence: Key Issues and Future Challenges

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Artificial intelligence (AI) not only provides new technological advantages to the energy industry, but also the industry is itself responsible for providing the vast (and growing) amount of energy consumption driven by the...more

Allen Matkins

Renewable Energy Update 8.05.24

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According to the Department of the Interior, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is proceeding with nine solar projects on public lands to potentially power nearly 2 million homes with clean energy. Among the projects, the...more

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Energy & Sustainability M&A Activity – August 2024

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June 26, 2024: Infintium Fuel Cells, a manufacturer of a variety of hydrogen power cells with a maximum power of 35kWh, which act as an alternative to electric batteries, enabling businesses in the material handling industry...more

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California’s Offshore Wind Strategy Is Coming Into Focus

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California currently deploys almost 35 GW of renewable energy but expects another 148 GW of renewables will be needed to meet the state’s overarching 2045 clean energy goals. To fill this gap, California expects offshore wind...more

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Global ESG Insights - May 2024

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Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly ESG Insights providing you with a summary of the key developments from around the world. Global - IFRS Foundation releases jurisdictional adoption guide for ISSB Standards- On...more

A&O Shearman

How Africa can lead the global race for green hydrogen production

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Green hydrogen is often hailed as a critical part of the low-carbon energy future – and Africa as the continent where that future will be realised. But while the opportunity for Africa is clear, the task of maximising its...more

Flaster Greenberg PC

Is Frack Wastewater the Secret Source of Lithium

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Over the last few weeks, numerous articles have appeared touting the residue in wastewater that had been used in hydraulic fracturing operations as a potential source of lithium. (Source 1) (Source 2) (Source 3). Lithium, of...more

J.S. Held

IP and Tech: Twin Engines of Innovative Sustainability

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In the quest for a sustainable future, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent goalposts, albeit lofty ones, that countries can aim for. These 17 interconnected goals address pressing global...more

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Lithium for Batteries from Geothermal Brine

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If all goes as planned, solar, wind and other clean energy technologies will help us abandon carbon emissions for good. But many green power sources perform their best only when nature cooperates, so an important (and...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Energy & Climate Counsel

Battery Technologies: Where Are We Now, and Where Are We Going?

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Achieving climate goals will require significant capital investment into the development and scaling of improved battery technologies. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), enacted in August 2022, allocated billions of dollars...more

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DOE, FERC Move to Connect Power-Hungry Customers to Renewable Energy

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The country’s electric system is undergoing its most significant transformation in over a century. The information age is skyrocketing demand from customers for more power, and renewable energy is being deployed at a dizzying...more

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Battery storage M&A powers into 2024

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Battery energy storage systems (BESS), which enable utility companies and grid operators to access pools of surplus renewable energy on demand that would otherwise be wasted, play a central role in the global energy...more

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Real Property Taxation of Solar and Wind Energy Systems in New York State: Update

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An earlier Tax Tracker discussed the appraisal methodology for solar and wind energy projects in New York State under Section 575-b of the Real Property Tax Law: Real Property Taxation of Solar and Wind Energy Systems In New...more

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Natural Hydrogen May Seem New in Town, but It’s Been Here All Along

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When it comes to renewable energy, hydrogen is hailed as a pivotal resource in the zero-carbon game plan. Hydrogen energy is accessible, produces lower greenhouse gas emissions and can use existing gas infrastructure to power...more

Allen Matkins

Renewable Energy Update 3.21.24

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The first commercial-scale offshore wind farm in the United States is officially open, a long-awaited moment that helps pave the way for a succession of large wind farms. Danish wind energy developer Ørsted and the utility...more

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Cadwalader Climate - March 2024 - #2

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Greenwashing Beef Production - On February 28, New York State Attorney General (NYAG) Letitia James filed a lawsuit with the New York Supreme Court against meat processing company JBS USA for misleading the public about its...more

Jones Day

Climate Litigation in Australia Remains Active

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Australia continues to be a highly active jurisdiction for climate-related lawsuits. Since our last update in August 2023, we have seen a steady stream of suits commenced against corporations and government bodies in relation...more

King & Spalding

EU Regulations Restricting Imports of Renewable Natural Gas and Green Hydrogen Derivative Products

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The European Commission (EC) is in the process of implementing its “Union database” (UDB) to track all renewable gases and liquid fuels. Gases and fuels, whether produced in the EU or imported, will need to be registered in...more

Locke Lord LLP

BOEM Floats Another Oregon Milestone: Final Wind Energy Areas Designated

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On February 13, 2024, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) designated two final Wind Energy Areas (WEAs) for the development of floating offshore wind energy projects off the southern coast of Oregon. This...more

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Unlocking Clean Energy Investments: New Elective Payment Credits for State and Local Governments

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State and local governments undertaking clean energy projects may be eligible for cash payments equal to the renewable electricity production tax credit or energy investment tax credit that would have been available to a...more

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