Energy & resources

At Kaden Boriss, we provide comprehensive legal advisory across the energy and natural resources sectors, combining technical insight with commercial acumen. Our team advises clients involved in oil and gas, power generation, renewable energy, mining, and utilities, helping them navigate complex regulatory frameworks, transactions, and project development challenges.

Oil, Gas & Natural Resources

We advise on all aspects of upstream, midstream, and downstream operations in the energy value chain:

• Exploration & Production: Drafting and negotiating concession agreements, production sharing contracts, and joint venture arrangements.
• Transportation & Supply: Advising on pipeline, storage, and offtake agreements for gas and petroleum products.
• Trading & Distribution: Structuring import, export, and distribution contracts in compliance with UAE and international regulations.

Renewable & Clean Energy

Our team supports clients in the transition toward sustainable energy solutions, offering legal and strategic guidance across renewable projects:

• Solar, Wind & Hydro Projects: Advising on development, financing, and regulatory compliance of renewable energy projects.
• Energy Transition: Supporting clients in achieving sustainability goals through carbon trading and green investment structures.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to environmental laws, emission standards, and renewable energy policies.

Mining & Natural Resources Development

We provide end-to-end legal support for clients engaged in mining and resource extraction projects:

• Licensing & Concessions: Securing exploration rights, mining licenses, and government approvals.
• Operational Agreements: Drafting joint venture, offtake, and equipment supply contracts.
• Sustainability & Community Relations: Advising on environmental compliance, corporate responsibility, and local stakeholder engagement.

Project Development & Financing

We advise sponsors, lenders, and investors on structuring, financing, and developing major energy and resource projects:

• Project Structuring: Drafting development, EPC, and O&M contracts tailored to the project’s technical and financial framework.
• Financing Arrangements: Advising on project finance, public-private partnerships (PPP), and syndicated lending.
• Risk Management: Conducting due diligence and identifying regulatory, contractual, and environmental risks.

At Kaden Boriss, we combine deep sectoral knowledge with global experience to deliver tailored, pragmatic, and forward-thinking legal solutions across the energy and resources industry. From traditional oil and gas to renewables and sustainable energy, we help our clients power progress responsibly and efficiently.