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Energy Storage Handbook 2022

Jan 27 2022

By: Buck B. Endemann, Matthew P. Clark, Elizabeth C. Crouse, Kimberly B. Frank, Elias B. Hinckley, William H. Holmes, Nathan C. Howe, Jennifer L. Mersing, Michael L. O’Neill, Charles H. Purcell, Shab Puri, Natalie J. Reid, John C. Rothermich, Jonathan G. Shallow, Ruta K. Skucas, Elizabeth Thomas, Maeve C. Tibbetts

The K&L Gates Power practice is pleased to present the latest edition of the Energy Storage Handbook.

This handbook is an annually updated primer on what energy storage is, how it is regulated by U.S. federal and state governments, and what sorts of issues are encountered when such projects are financed and developed.

We will continue to update this handbook periodically as additional states and stakeholders continue to address the implementation of energy storage resources in the marketplace.

We hope you find it useful and welcome your feedback.

NEW IN 2022

Reorganized FERC and ISO/RTO sections
Battery Reuse and Recycling
Avoiding disputes in battery supply agreements

To view the latest edition of the Energy Storage Handbook, please click here.

Please Join Us: Renewable Energy Development on Tribal Lands

Jan 25 2022

8 February 2022
1:00pm – 4:00pm Pacific Time
via Webinar

We will be hosting a discussion on the state of and potential for renewable energy development on tribal lands in the United States; Renewable Energy Development on Tribal Lands – Hybrid Edition to be held on Tuesday, 8 February 2022.

Our three hour program will be followed by a Q&A and networking session. The program was developed specifically for the development community and service providers that support renewable energy development. Led by members of the American Indian Law, Power, Environment, Land, and Natural Resources, and Public Policy and Law groups.

The Renewable Energy Development in Indian Country program will consist of four panels (note: 45 min each). Please visit the event page for panel discussion details.

Speakers include: Endre Szalay, Laurie Purpuro, Bart Freedman, Ben Mayer, Ankur Tohan, Elizabeth Crouse, Bill Holmes, and Elia s Hinckley

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RSVP to attend live in Seattle

Five Agencies Issue Ambitious Renewable Energy Goals for Federal Lands: 25GW by 2025

Jan 15 2022

By: Elizabeth C . Crouse and David Wang

Five federal agencies (the Departments of Agriculture (USDA), Defense (DoD), Energy (DOE), and Interior (DOI), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)) have announced in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that they will “prioritize and expedite” the development of at least 25GW of renewable energy on federal lands administered by DOI and USDA by 2025. The MOU contemplates continued cooperation in respect of renewable energy development on additional federal lands between 2025 and 2030. This initiative, which is pursuant to directives set forth by the Energy Act of 2020, aims to improve interagency cooperation for the expedited processing of wind, solar, and geothermal energy applications. This includes the development of supporting activities, such as electric transmission, access routes, energy storage, and land use planning. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S. Forest Service (USFS), in coordination with the National and BLM Renewable Energy Coordination Offices (RECOs), will be the lead agencies overseeing the interagency coordination and expedited reviews for the respective lands they administer.

In addition to increasing coordination of environmental and other agency reviews, the five agencies aim to improve interagency collaboration in the National and BLM RECOs, identify opportunities for coordination with state and Tribal governments, and streamline the project approval process by eliminating redundancies and accelerating decision-making. The MOU notes that, in the course of conducting the reviews, consideration will be given to “the protection for cultural resources and sacred sites as well as the Nation’s land, water, and biodiversity, and fostering creation of jobs to support local communities.” The federal government’s ambitious prioritization of the development of renewable energy generation facilities and key ancillary activities such as transmission presents tremendous opportunities for developers and investors. Moreover, the focus on DOI lands indicates strong support for Tribes and echoes the Biden administration’s support for economic development and energy justice. However, working with the federal government can be complicated, even during an administration that clearly means business when it comes to climate change and the energy transition. Our Public Policy, Government Contracting, Indian Law, and Power teams stand by to help you navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities.

To learn more about K&L Gates’ Public Policy, Government Contracting, American Indian Law, and Power practice areas, please visit our website.

Sustainable Outlook: Transparency, Unity, and Community with Elizabeth Jones, Founder of The Equality Equation

Nov 24 2021

By: Elizabeth C. Crouse

On this episode of Sustainable Outlook, Elizabeth Crouse of K&L Gates speaks with Elizabeth Jones on The Equality Equation’s mission to facilitate economic equality by developing impoverished communities into flourishing neighborhoods. Their two-fold process begins by working with non-profits and investors to build new facilities and develop them into viable economic sources, then by empowering the community through workforce development opportunities.

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Sustainable Outlook: 100% Renewable Energy, 100% For Humanity With Sandra Kwak, Founder of 10Power

Nov 01 2021

Date: 29 October 2021

By: Elizabeth C. Crouse

On the latest episode of Sustainable Outlook, host Elizabeth Crouse sits down with Sandra Kwak, founder of 10Power, to discuss the social mission behind 10Power’s renewable energy projects in developing nations and the importance of reinvesting their revenue to empower local communities through education and technology.

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Commerce Extends Initiation Deadline in Solar Circumvention Inquiries & USTR to Start Targeted China 301 Tariff Exclusion Process

Oct 12 2021

By: Stacy J. Ettinger

COMMERCE EXTENDS INITIATION DEADLINE IN SOLAR CIRCUMVENTION INQUIRIES – NEW DEADLINE LATE NOV

On September 29, 2021, Commerce determined to delay a decision on initiation in the solar circumvention inquiries. Commerce instead asked the US solar manufacturers – A-SMACC (the so-called American Solar Manufacturers Against Chinese Circumvention) – for additional information. In particular, Commerce requested additional information related to why the A-SMACC companies have requested anonymity in the circumvention proceeding. Commerce also requested information regarding the A-SMACC companies’ ties to business interests in China or Southeast Asian countries.

Infocast Virtual Master Class: ESG for Renewable Energy Financing

Oct 07 2021

CO-HOSTED WITH K&L GATES

November 2-3, 2021

As capital markets, investors, lenders and corporate off-takers accelerate their engagement with the challenges of global warming and other environmental threats, the development of formalized ESG (environmental, social and governance) principles has created great opportunities for renewable energy developers to increase company and project valuations, be more focused in their own M&A decisions, improve their own business processes and those of their suppliers, and obtain financing more easily and at more favorable rates.

However, the relatively recent development of multiple ESG standards and reporting formats, none of which were specifically developed for renewable energy developers, can make it difficult to know exactly how to align their business processes to maximize ESG performance and how to communicate their success at implementing these principles to critical outside partners and investors.

Taught by active market participants who are engaging with ESG issues daily, this ESG for Renewable Energy Financing Master Class will permit renewable development firms to:

Examine the core aspects and key challenges of accounting for ESG factors in the context of renewable energy project development and operation, as well as corporate finance
Identify ESG issues throughout the renewable energy project life cycle that can impact obtaining investment and financing, and operational cost
Get a detailed explanation of how ESG factors flow through project transaction documents to provide an understanding of ESG’s role and impact on contractual agreements & terms
Obtain tools and techniques to help identify and manage long-term risk grounded in ESG factors
Develop strategies to handle renewable energy project-specific risks such as load, shape and price risk and their interrelation with ESG principles

Co-Lead instructors are Elizabeth Crouse and Lana Le Hir

ESG and the Sustainable Economy Handbook

Oct 05 2021

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and the sustainable economy are concepts that often overlap and frequently intertwine. Whether viewed separately or together, they have significantly changed global investing and business practices and will continue to evolve.

This handbook examines how investors evaluate companies based on ESG and sustainability criteria, the way companies incorporate these standards into their operating principles, and the legal and financial considerations for both groups. Whether you are an investor, an investment manager, a company owner, or board member, it will provide you with valuable insights drawn from our lawyers’ deep industry experience and keen understanding of policy, procedures, and trends.

New Sustainable Investing Chapter released today!

To view and download the full ESG Handbook, click here.

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Catagory:Renewables

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