Combining ‘great knowledge, connections, industry awareness and pragmatism’, the Clayton Utz energy and resources team fields specialists in both new and traditional energy sources and works with governments, commercial and industrial customers, and regulators. Stuart MacGregor leads the practice group from Brisbane, with experience handling the acquisition and disposal of mining assets for local and global corporates. In Melbourne, Susan Taylor ’is outstanding – incredibly knowledgeable, pragmatic and hardworking’. Taylor is a go-to for energy regulatory advice, with market-leading experience of the sector. Brett Cohen is a key name in Perth, combining expertise regarding renewables and mining. in Brisbane, Katy Warner was made Partner in July 2023, and is recommended for her knowledge of the East Coast gas market, while Emma Covacevich is sought after for strategic advice.
Testimonials
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‘Great knowledge, connections, industry awareness and pragmatism’
‘Susan Taylor is outstanding - incredibly knowledgeable, pragmatic and hardworking’
Key clients
- Squadron Energy
- Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG)
Work highlights
- Advised Enel Green Power Australia on the formation of a A$2 billion Australian renewable energy co-investment platform with Japanese oil and gas major INPEX (including initial A$326 million sell-down of 50% of Enel Green Power Australia's business).
- Advising Alinta Energy on the sell down to Parkwind of 50% of the Spinifex Offshore Wind project in the Southern Ocean offshore wind zone (Portland).