Herbert Smith Freehills is an established law firm advising public and private clients on a range of environmental matters for major renewable energy, mining and manufacturing projects. The team handles mandates relating to waste management, water concessions, licences and permits, as well as environmental litigation, offering particular expertise in nuclear and oil storage matters. The department acts on the environmental aspects of multi-jurisdictional and domestic M&A deals, often working in close coordination with tax, M&A and employment experts to offer comprehensive assistance to clients.

Clients attest to Herbert Smith's extensive knowledge, commending the firm for its "analytical, conscientious and in-depth study of complex legal issues on which there is still no regulatory development."

Advised Acciona Energy on the environmental considerations relating to its green hydrogen platform.

Iria Calviño leads the public law division of the firm and handles contentious and non-contentious issues in the environmental sphere. She is commended by clients for her strong technical knowledge in the field.