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Commercial Awareness Compass

Power surge in the high stakes world of battery project finance

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James Ballantyne

James is a Senior Associate at Watson Farley & Williams. James’ focus is on supporting renewable energy projects, with a particular expertise in project development (construction, operation and offtake contracting), joint venture support and equity transactions.

Published Thu, 26 Mar

The UK energy sector is undergoing a massive shift as battery energy storage systems become vital for a greener grid. The problem is that building these demands millions in capital. This is where project finance comes in, working with lenders, construction companies and the project sponsors. 

But what happens when a battery starts to wear out faster than expected? How do lawyers protect lenders when a project faces political instability or construction delays? Behind the scenes, legal experts from firms such as Watson Farley & Williams are drafting the intricate contracts that ensure these projects remain viable even when the market gets rocky. 

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