Energy and natural resources

Unicase Law Firm

Unicase Law Firm offers multidisciplinary expertise in operation, investment, planning and permitting issues relating to pioneering projects for clients in the Kazakh energy and natural resources sector. Within the renewables sector, Saniya Perzadayeva and Raushana Chaltabayeva advise domestic and international clients in a range of renewable energy projects including hydropower projects. Nurlan Kubenov has a strong track record within infrastructure, PPP and renewable energy projects including wind, solar, and energy storage initiatives across Central Asia. Ayana Unerbayeva specialises in the development, construction, operation, financing and acquisition of various energy projects, and Sanzhar Amangeldy‘s expertise extends to advising clients in the construction of power stations and roads. All partners mentioned lead the practice.

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Testimonials

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‘Ayana Unerbayeva and Raushana Chaltabayeva are both very responsive and clear in their advice. They take a modern and decisive view on Kazakhstan law.'

Key clients

USAID/Tetra Tech
Joint Stock Company Almaty Electric Power Plants
Total Eren
EBRD
The World Bank
ADB
DNV Energy Systems Germany GmbH
Fortescue Future Industries
CCGT Turkestan

Work highlights

Advised Total Eren on the development of Kazakhstan's first-ever 1GW wind farm project.
Provided legal advice to ALES Energy Transition and Modernisation Project, a major energy supplier catering to approximately 70% of Almaty’s consumers.
Advised The World Bank in conducting a comprehensive multidimensional analysis focusing on the legal, state strategy, and urban policy frameworks pertinent to environmental regulations governing waste management and household facility services in Almaty, Kazakhstan.