Law for the Oil and Gas Sector
and Renewable Energy
Specialised programmes for energy companies and refineries covering concession contract management, production sharing agreements (PSA) and the sector's environmental legislation.
Legal Challenges in the Energy Sector
- Contractual complexity: Managing long-term, multi-party agreements in an international environment.
- Environmental compliance: Compliance with strict health, safety and environment (HSE) standards.
- Energy transition: Keeping pace with new legislation on renewable energy and green hydrogen.
Available Programmes (8)
Drafting and Managing International Oil and Gas Contracts
5 daysAnalysing concession agreements, production sharing agreements (PSA) and service contracts.
Key topics:
- The fiscal and tax regime in petroleum contracts.
- Force majeure and risk allocation clauses.
- Cost recovery and profit-sharing mechanisms.
Joint Operating Agreements (JOA) in the Energy Sector
4 - 5 daysRegulating the relationship between partners in exploration and production projects, and the role of the Operator and non-operators.
Key topics:
- The AIPN model joint operating agreement.
- Voting procedures and approval of work programmes and budgets (WP&B).
- Pre-emption Rights and exit.
Arbitration in Oil, Gas and Energy Disputes
5 daysMechanisms for resolving investment and commercial disputes in the energy sector, and international arbitration procedures.
Key topics:
- Investment disputes under the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT).
- Determining the applicable law and the seat of arbitration.
- Assessing damages in long-term energy projects.
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Legislation in the Energy Sector
3 - 4 daysLegal liability for industrial accidents and environmental pollution, and compliance with international and local standards.
Key topics:
- Environmental protection laws and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
- Accident investigation and the criminal liability of managers.
- Hazardous waste and chemicals management.
Legal Frameworks for Renewable Energy Projects
4 daysPower Purchase Agreements (PPA), solar and wind energy regulations, and green project finance.
Key topics:
- Structuring independent power projects (IPP).
- Land allocation and licensing for renewable energy projects.
- Investment incentives and carbon certificates.
Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Contracts in the Oil Sector
5 daysManaging contracts for major capital projects in refineries and petrochemicals, and delivery risks.
Key topics:
- Scope of work and contractor's responsibility in turnkey projects.
- Liquidated damages (LDs) and early completion incentives.
- Managing changes and claims in oil and gas projects.
Procurement and Supply Chain Contract Management in Energy
4 daysLegal aspects of supplying petroleum equipment and services, local content, and inventory management.
Key topics:
- Petroleum services and drilling contracts.
- Incoterms 2020 in international shipping.
- Promoting Local Content in contracts.
Policies and Legislation Governing the Energy Sector
3 - 4 daysUnderstanding the structure of the energy sector, the role of regulators, and energy pricing.
Key topics:
- Mineral and hydrocarbon resource laws.
- Energy market liberalisation and the separation of activities (Unbundling).
- Economic and technical regulation of transmission and distribution networks.
Deep Sector Expertise
Our programmes are delivered by legal consultants who have worked for years at major national and international oil companies (IOCs & NOCs), ensuring a deep understanding of the industry's dynamics.
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Contains programme details.
Training Standards
Association of Intl. Petroleum Negotiators
Standard Contracts
Global Legal Institute
Energy Law Division