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Clifford Chance LLP

Energy & Natural Resources

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Energy & Natural Resources - Netherlands

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a respected transactional practice with a strong focus on project finance in the renewable energy sector, particularly offshore and onshore wind farms, as well as projects in the solar power space. The practice offers additional strength in carbon capture and storage projects. The team regularly handles M&A and financing transactions, advising energy companies and financial institutions. It is able to capitalise on its international strength to advise on large cross-border projects and transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance assisted SSE and APG with their bid for the IJmuiden Ver Alpha 2GW offshore wind farm.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance offers deep expertise in energy and is up to date with the latest and potential industry changes. It always feels like the team is well invested in getting good positions for its clients.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • Clifford Chance is really smart and understands the business. The law firm is a trusted partner for us.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • Clifford Chance has a team of highly skilled legal professionals with deep expertise in both Dutch and international markets. They offer comprehensive coverage across a wide range of practice areas.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Hein Tonnaer
    Hein Tonnaer

    Hein Tonnaer

    Hein Tonnaer has prolific experience in project finance mandates and M&A transactions pertaining to wind farms and solar parks, including those with a cross-border scope.

    • Hein Tonnaer is a very seasoned energy lawyer. He is a real asset for clients, and his business acumen really stands out. We would not be where we are today without him.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
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  • Liesbeth Buiter
    Liesbeth Buiter

    Liesbeth Buiter

    Liesbeth Buiter is a respected transactional lawyer capable of handling major acquisitions in the energy sector. She assists with corporate PPAs and has extensive experience working with wind, solar and energy storage-related projects.

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Ranked Individuals at Clifford Chance LLP (2)

Netherlands

  • Profile image of Hein Tonnaer

    Hein Tonnaer

    Energy & Natural Resources: Transactional

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  • Profile image of Liesbeth Buiter

    Liesbeth Buiter

    Energy & Natural Resources: Transactional

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