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Today, the energy sector is one of the fastest-evolving areas of the Czech and Slovak economy. A market that for decades was built around a limited number of large players and traditional sources is now opening up to new technologies, renewable energy, community energy projects and active consumers. A new environment is emerging, full of innovative models, projects and investment opportunities – but also new rules, obligations and regulatory challenges.

Success in this environment no longer depends solely on technical solutions or a strong business idea. It is determined by the ability to navigate a complex legal framework that defines what is possible, how quickly and under what conditions. Any misstep can result in project delays, loss of support, sanctions or even the failure of the entire investment. A robust legal architecture and a well-designed strategy are therefore essential today for every investor, developer and public entity operating in the energy sector.

BBH is absolutely unique in the Czech and Slovak markets with truly long-standing and in-depth specialisation in energy law. Clients turn to us not only for our top-tier knowledge of energy regulation, but, above all, for our ability to deliver comprehensive legal solutions that integrate energy law with M&A, regulatory matters, financing, competition law and dispute resolution.

BBH stands alongside clients where business meets regulation – in strategic investments, group restructurings, construction of energy facilities and in disputes that may significantly affect enterprise value.

Our team provides legal advice in the following areas, among others:

• Energy regulation and relations with regulators,
• acquisitions and disposals of energy assets,
• construction and operation of energy facilities,
• creation and restructuring of energy holdings and sub-holdings,
• investment structures in renewable energy,
• insolvency and restructuring of energy companies, and
• disputes in the energy and regulatory sector.

Our energy clients include, among others, ČEZ, a.s. and Energetický a průmyslový holding, a.s. – entities that shape the energy market in Central Europe.

BBH is a partner for companies who not only address isolated legal issues in the energy sector, but build long-term strategies. We help our clients implement investments safely, manage regulatory risks and turn changes in the energy environment into a competitive advantage.