Our energy practice recognizes that renewable energy is the future of the energy industry. As a result, we focus on providing clients solutions to the legal challenges they face as renewable‐energy developers and producers.

From acquisition to development, construction, and operation, we help clients navigate the regulatory hurdles to energy projects and litigate disputes at every stage of the process. We also draw upon our successful experience in commercial, securities, environmental, and land‐use litigation to provide comprehensive service. Knowing the unique opportunities and challenges in the renewable‐energy industry, we will work to understand your goals, provide sound advice, and collaborate on pragmatic solutions that ensure your energy projects thrive.

Representative Experience

  • Responded to and defeated co‐location notices and other objections from Xcel Energy on behalf of solar-garden developers before the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission and Department of Commerce 
  • Defended solar‐garden developer in litigation over post‐acquisition contract and fraud claims 
  • Represented a wind‐ and solar‐energy developer in litigation on obligations tied to development milestones, including pre‐ and post‐construction closings and the use of interconnection and transmission positions
  • Counseled Fortune 500 company in adapting to changed circumstances impacting renewable energy purchase agreements
Faris Rashid Recognized by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal as a 2023 40 Under 40 Honoree
Mark Johnson, Aaron Knoll, and Cliff Greene Recognized by Minnesota Lawyer as 2022 Attorneys of the Year
Best Lawyers Recognizes 14 Greene Espel Attorneys on the 2023 Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch Lists
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