With an ‘absolute focus on the essentials,’ Schima Mayer Starlinger Rechtsanwälte GmbH is noted for its work for the gas and electricity sectors, with the former in particular forming the bedrock of the firm’s energy practice in recent years. Under the guidance of founding partner Thomas Starlinger, the firm has grown its renewables practice, advising on innovative projects in the renewable energy and geothermal heat sectors. The energy group is closely aligned with the firm’s competition, finance and real estate teams, enabling it to provide a full service to its energy sector clients.

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  • 'Schima Mayer Starlinger excels in all matters related to energy law, offering in-depth knowledge and unmatched expertise. Their dedication, precision, and cost-effective solutions, combined with deep insights into the Austrian energy market, make them the go-to choice.'

  • 'Great to work with, reliable, passionate, dedicated.'

  • 'Very efficient, to the point legal advice. Absolute focus on the essentials.'

  • 'Probably the best energy law firm/know-how in Austria.'

  • 'Thomas Starlinger has excellent expertise and experience in energy law.'

  • 'Thomas Starlinger has great knowledge in the energy sector and it is a great pleasure to work with him.'

  • 'Thomas Starlinger adds his personal experience and contacts to his professional advice, which is outstanding in the energy sector.'

  • 'Thomas Starlinger is very knowledgeable about all relevant energy laws/regulations and as such provided great services in guiding the strategic direction.'

Key clients

  • AGGM Austrian Gas Grid Management AG
  • Sizzle Acquisition
  • Trans Austria Gasleitung GmbH
  • Wien Energie

Work highlights

  • Advised Wien Energie on the establishment of a joint venture with OMV AG regarding the exploitation of geothermal energy for district heating in Vienna.
  • Supported Wien Energie in a cooperation project with RheinEnergie and Verbund at the Donaustadt power plant in Vienna, concerning a test using blended hydrogen and natural gas fuel.

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Thomas Starlinger