McCullough Robertson's Brisbane-based resources and renewables practice group is focused on the acquisition and development of renewable energy projects, with experience both internationally and domestically covering solar, hydro, wind, battery, and bioenergy projects, alongside its longstanding work in the oil and gas sector. Practice co-head Damien Clarke is a go-to for asset development and ownership matters in the sector, while co-head Kate Swain is sought after for regulatory compliance advice.
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Testimonials
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- 'Key people who are well respected in the market. Current knowledge on legal and commercial trends. Access to key advisors and regulators.'
- 'Liam Davis is a go to lawyer for key aspects of project approvals and land access. Strong relationships with key stakeholders.'
Key clients
- CS Energy
- Private Energy Partners
- Sungrow Power Australia Pty Ltd
- Tri-Star Group
- Senex Energy
- Renewable Energy Partners
- Jinko Power
Work highlights
- Advised Malabar Resources on the establishment of its incorporated joint venture (in partnership with EDFR Holdings a subsidiary of Electricité de France), to develop a large-scale solar farm and Battery Energy Storage System in the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone.
- Advised AGL Energy on regulatory issues with respect to its gas tenements, wind, solar, hydro projects.
- Advised Senex Energy in connection with the development of the Western Surat Gas Project, Roma North and Project Atlas, including the negotiation of land access agreements, native title agreements, cultural heritage agreements, and providing broad ranging approvals and compliance advice.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Damien Clarke, Kate Swain