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Webber Wentzel

Projects & Energy

Global Guide 2026 : South Africa

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Our Projects practice is made up of experts with significant project finance and development experience. We are involved in a number of high profile projects across various key sectors, many of which are the first of their kind in South Africa and other Sub-Saharan African countries. Our Projects practice is backstopped by our Energy & Infrastructure sector group. Our energy industry expertise comprises a unique mix of South African, Sub-Saharan African and international experience. We are confident that given our technical project and development and finance capability, unique energy industry knowledge and proven track record, we have developed the best possible projects offering to advise clients wherever they do business.

Contact: Jason van der Poel, Partner ([email protected]).

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Projects & Energy - South Africa

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Webber Wentzel is well regarded for its expertise in gas-to-power projects, and for handling upstream work in the oil and gas sector. The practice also advises bidders on their submissions for renewable energy projects, and has further expertise in project finance, PPAs, M&A and regulatory issues. The firm represents a diverse roster of public and private clients, including investors, energy companies and significant South African banks.

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Work Highlights

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  • Webber Wentzel advised Green Leaf on a power purchase agreement with Vodacom, as part of the latter's decarbonisation programme.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jason van der Poel
    Jason van der Poel

    Jason van der Poel

    Jason van der Poel is regularly sought out by lenders and sponsors involved in the financing of energy, natural resources and infrastructure projects. His practice further covers the handling of PPAs and PPP structures.

    • Jason van der Poel understands quite well the long-term effects of policies and market trends down the pipeline. He's good in negotiations and the way he manages the team is very good.

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