Green Horse Legal Advisory’s team of renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure experts provides comprehensive advice to clients in the renewables industry on project development, M&A, project finance, project contracts and power purchase agreements (PPAs), regulatory matters and litigation. Practice head Carlo Montella is a key contact in the team, which is particularly strong in the solar, wind, hydro and gas sectors, where Andrea Gentili stands out for his expertise in domestic and cross-border matters in offshore wind and the circular economy. Maria Teresa Solaro is known for her expertise in project finance and other financing transactions for energy infrastructure, including project bonds, corporate finance and green loans.
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Testimonials
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- 'Carlo Montella has always been available for discussions on the key aspects of the operation and has consistently intervened directly during the most critical phases.'
- 'Very great lawyers, strong availability and strong knowledge of their market and players. High competencies in transactional documentation as well as due diligence.'
- 'Deep expertise in renewable energy; interdisciplinary approach; proven track record and client-centric approach.'
- 'This practice stands out due to their unwavering commitment to renewable energy, their interdisciplinary approach, and their track record of success. The team combines legal acumen with financial proficiency, offering clients a one-stop-shop for all their renewable energy project needs.'
- 'Carlo Montella is a cornerstone of the renewable energy sector. His outstanding qualities and contributions make him a standout partner in GH and a key asset to their clients.'
- 'Celeste Mellone is the most hard-working and loyal lawyer you can find. She will not stop working until she has finished and satisfied her clients' needs.'
- 'Andrea Gentili: Excellent knowledge, market driven, pragmatic, very supportive and making all efforts to provide fast feedback.'
Key clients
- A2A S.p.A.
- ACEA S.p.A
- ACP SGR
- Acquinex
- Alternus
- Aiem
- ANGELORO-Tesla
- Azimut
- Bluefield Partners
- BPER
- Chint Solar
- Dynamo Partners
- E2E S.p.A.
- Eco Energy World
- Enel Finance International
- Enel X
- Eiffel Investments
- Enit
- E.ON
- EOS Investment Management
- ERG S.p.A.
- European Wind Farms Italy Aps
- Foresight Group
- Glennmont Partners
- Green Arrow Bio Holding S.r.l.
- Hanwha
- iCON Infrastructure LLP
- Ignis Energia
- Infrahaus Ltd
- INWIT
- Iren S.p.A.
- KB Development S.r.l.
- KGAL
- L&L Bio S.r.l.
- Manni Energy
- Matrix Renewables
- MEAG MUNICH ERGO Asset Management GmbH
- Natixis S.A. – Milan Branch
- Obton A/S
- Peridot Solar
- PLT
- Redfield
- RIC Energy
- Solarig
- Sonnedix
- Tamoil SpA
- TEP
- Theia Investments
- United Green
- Volta Green Energy S.r.l.
- Alleans Renewables
- GreenGo
- Neoen Renewables
- LCF Alliance
Work highlights
- Advised FitzWalter Capital and Peridot Solar on the acquisition of one of the largest authorised agrivoltaic projects in Italy.
- Advised Matrix Renewables on an agreement for the development of up to 1.5GW of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Italy.
- Advised 7 Seas Wind Power and NiceTechnology on the sale of a majority stake in three SPVs owning projects to develop three floating offshore wind farms with a total capacity of about 2GW.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Andrea Gentili
Green Horse Legal AdvisoryMaria Teresa Solaro
Green Horse Legal AdvisoryPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Carlo Montella, Andrea Gentili