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Wind Power Regulatory Requirements

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BIMSCHG Amendment: Significant Simplifications for Onshore Wind Farms

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The German Federal Parliament (Bundestag) adopted the reform of the Federal Emission Control Act (Bundes-Immissionsschutzgesetz – “BImSchG“) with the Acceleration Pact for Renewable Energies and Electrolyzers on June 6, 2024,...more

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State Specific Requirements for Wind and Solar Project Land Contracts 2024 Overview

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In the U.S., wind and solar project development continues to increase. In fact, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) anticipates that wind and solar energy will continue to exceed electrical generation by other means....more

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Renewable Energy End-Stage Planning Report

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State Requirements For Decommissioning End-Stage Renewable Energy Projects - What Project Participants Need to Know - The first utility scale wind and solar power projects in the United States were developed in the early...more

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Offshore Wind Handbook

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The U.S. offshore wind market has surged in growth over the last few years, bolstered by the U.S government’s commitment in 2021 to increase offshore wind lease capacity as well as the Biden Administration’s declaration that...more

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Litigation Disputes Involving Renewable Energy Decommissioning Responsibilities

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As renewable energy projects approach the end of their lifespan, companies may face various legal issues associated with the decommissioning or repowering processes, some of which may lead to litigation....more

Downey Brand LLP

Developing Offshore Wind in California – Environmental Permitting and Interconnection Considerations

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The California coast offers significant potential for offshore wind development that can help the state reach its renewable energy goals. Developers of wind energy projects located off the California coast will face a number...more

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Issue Brief: End-Of-Life Challenges Facing Renewable Energy Facilities

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The first wind and solar farms in the United States were built in 1980 and 1982, respectively. The United States built the world’s very first wind farm, which was capable of producing only 600 kWh of electricity, while the...more

White & Case LLP

Offshore wind projects: Assessing the environmental impact: Offshore wind power gains ground but faces environmental challenges

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To maximize its potential, industry players will have to navigate an often-complex web of national, state and local environmental regulation The growing offshore wind industry is expected to continue to create local jobs,...more

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Environmental Aspects of Wind and Solar Projects in Alberta

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In 2015, Alberta adopted a Climate Leadership Plan and set an ambitious goal of eliminating coal-fired generation and replacing it with at least 30 percent of renewable generation by 2030. According to the Alberta Electric...more

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