Gómez-Acebo & Pombo maintains its prominent position in the market, standing out for its expertise in sustainable development, waste management and climate change. Commended for its ‘experience, knowledge and commitment to the environment’, the firm is adept in commercial, litigious and regulatory matters, acting on behalf of a variety of clients. Leadership is shared between Pedro Poveda, an expert in waste and water matters, and Santiago Garrido, whose practice focuses on regulatory mandates and renewable energy. Eduardo Orteu is sought out by national and international clients, including private companies and public entities, for his experience in ESG, taxonomy and waste issues, while Helena Villena Romera is especially active in environmental matters in the natural resources, mining and life sciences sectors.

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Testimonials

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'Helena Villena is brilliant, both for her deep technical knowledge, her procedural skills and her dedication to the client.’
‘All of them are outstanding, great experts with solid knowledge in the field of the environment and regulated sectors. They stand out for their great knowledge of the sector, experience, closeness and support to the client and solidity in their advice.’
‘Deep knowledge of the law. Understanding of client needs.’
‘Above all, agility in response, feasibility and practicality.’
‘A diverse and solid team that covers all areas both in subject matter and approach, thanks to its experience in both the private and public spheres. I am impressed by their ability to provide comprehensive advice on all environmental procedures.’
‘The lawyers stand out for their experience, knowledge and commitment to the environment. In particular, partner Pedro Poveda is distinguished by his deep understanding of environmental laws and his strategic approach to resolving cases.'
‘Always up to date with legislative developments. Its business vision is broad and intersectoral, which allows for a much more strategic analysis.’
‘They are very proactive people, proposing new solutions, they are approachable, very accessible, and available, they have technical knowledge as well as legal knowledge, experience and they put themselves in the business position.’

Key clients

Urbaser, SA - Sertego Servicios Ambientales, SL (Esp)
Collective extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes (ECOEMBES, ECOVIDRIO, SIGNUS, SIGAUS, ECOPILAS, ECOASIMELEC, ECOFIMATICA, ECOLEC, SIGRE, GENCI)
Collective extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes at the state level for commercial and industrial packaging: ENVALORA, Recyclia-packaging, GENCI, ECOLEC-packaging.
DS Smith
ASELIP (Asociación de Empresas de Limpieza Pública)
Ministry for Ecological Transition-Water Directorate, Emgrisa, and Tragasatec
AVEP
Acciona
ADELTA/Mesa del Tabaco
Almar Water Solutions
EcoNeu - Chile/Valora Más
ASPAPEL (Spanish Association of Pulp and Paper Manufacturers)
Veolia/Agbar
Iberpotash
Repsol

Work highlights

Advises Urbaser - Sertego Servicios Ambientales on all environmental matters, including administrative concessions and public procurement.
Advised Water Directorate/Ministry of Ecological Transition/ EMGRISA/TRAGSATEC on regulatory issues concerning water planning, water management, wastewater and water reuse legal framework.
Advises ECOEMBES, ECOVIDRIO, SIGNUS, SIGAUS, ECOPILAS, ECOASIMELEC, ECOFIMATICA, ECOLEC Y SIGRE on the environmental and regulatory aspects of their day-to-day operations.

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