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Lightbulb moment? An overview of the draft Energy Bill 2012
The Department of Energy and Climate Change has announced the Government's draft Energy Bill 2012 with the aim of establishing a legislative framework to support the delivery of secure, affordable and low-carbon energy. Nabarro look in detail at the Bill's objectives.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 24 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme - consultation and new guidance published
The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme is well underway, with the first allowances going on sale next month. This briefing provides answers to key questions about the Government's proposals for the scheme, the related guidance from the Environment Agency and the recent budget announcement.
Law Firm: Wragge & Co | Published: 17 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
Asia Pacific guide to public-private partnerships
With USD billions of infrastructure required in the Asia Pacific region, this comprehensive guide highlights how governments are turning to Public-Private Finance as a means of utilising private sector investment to deliver infrastructure and economic stimulus.
Law Firm: Allen & Overy | Published: 10 May 2012 | Practice Area: Project Finance
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How does your garden grow? A legal perspective on the UK drought
Following insufficient winter refill of rivers, April 2012 saw the introduction of hosepipe bans by seven water companies in the South and South East of England. Eversheds outlines the numerous phrases used in connection with drought status and restrictions on the use of water.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 23 April 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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Bulgaria marks the anniversary of the Renewable Energy Law with its first amendment
Bulgaria's Renewable Energy Law 2011 underwent its first serious revision when its first amendment came into effect on 10 April 2012. This briefing from Schoenherr summarises the main amendments of the Renewable Energy Law, which concern renewable energy plants for the generation of electricity.
Law Firm: Schoenherr | Published: 13 April 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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Into Africa: how law firms are at last taking the continent seriously
With Africa's fast-growing economy attracting record investment, international law firms are at last taking the continent seriously. Writing exclusively for Legal Week, Richard Lloyd reports Africa's decade of growth; the top five African M&A deals of 2011; and what next for African investment.
Law Firm: Legal Week | Published: 12 March 2012 | Practice Area: Collective Investment Schemes
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Feeding the dragon: China promotes shale gas exploration
In recent years, China has slowly revised its investment policies, laws, and regulations with the aim of achieving environmentally-friendly economic development. This update describes and analyses recent Chinese legislative developments designed to encourage the commercial development of shale gas.
Law Firm: Vinson & Elkins | Published: 20 February 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
The water industry in England - stability given priority
In December 2011, the UK Government's vision for the future of water management in England was outlined in The Water White Paper. This briefing from Allen & Overy discusses the Paper and its potential impact for market participants.
Law Firm: Allen & Overy | Published: 27 January 2012 | Practice Area: EU Member State Competition Law
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Developing safe and peaceful nuclear energy in the UAE: a model for GCC countries
The UAE has committed to constructing its very first nuclear power plant. This briefing covers the main framework developed to support the new nuclear industry in the UAE, including the creation of a regulatory body, collaboration with international entities and newly-introduced nuclear laws.
Law Firm: Habib Al Mulla & Company | Published: 03 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
Nuclear fusions: Australia removes ban on uranium exports to India
Australia's ruling Labor party has voted to end the country's ban on selling uranium to India, meaning Australia will be well-placed to feed India's increasing appetite for uranium. Norton Rose outlines how the agreement will lead to better relations and greater trade between the two countries.
Law Firm: Norton Rose | Published: 12 December 2011 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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