Legal Services for Renewable Energy Projects and Energy Investments in Georgia

The Georgian energy sector is one of the most attractive, yet highly specific and heavily regulated fields for both local and foreign investors. Renewable energy projects, such as hydropower, solar, and wind power plants, require multi-layered legal support across the stages of licensing, construction, operation, and power sales.

L&L Consulting provides comprehensive legal services for your energy projects from initial licensing to executing PPA contracts and legal support during the operational phase. We help you adapt to regulatory requirements, run proactive risk analysis, and safely execute energy investments.

The timely involvement of a qualified legal advisor is particularly crucial at the early stages of an energy project's development, when establishing the legal structure, investment conditions, and the format of relations with the State.

Our Legal Services Include

Licenses and Permits

Energy projects in Georgia require a diverse set of licenses, permits, and consents across the construction, generation, transmission, and distribution stages. We ensure the complete management of the licensing process, the preparation of necessary documentation, and seamless communication with administrative bodies to execute the process as timely and flawlessly as possible.

Regulatory Compliance

The energy sector is subject to specific and frequently changing regulations. We assess your company's compliance with energy legislation, GNERC (Georgian National Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission) regulations, and the requirements arising from the EU Energy Package. We draft internal policies and procedures that mitigate regulatory risks and ensure the company's stable operation.

Renewable Energy Projects

We provide full legal support for hydropower (HPPs), solar, and wind energy projects from concept development to the commissioning of the facility. Our services include the legal assessment of land plots, the structuring of investments, the drafting of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the State, project Due Diligence, and legal risk management.

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is one of the primary foundations of an energy project's financial viability. We draft, analyze, and negotiate PPAs both with the State (e.g., ESCO) and private counterparties. We focus on the precise formulation of tariffs, terms, guarantees, force majeure clauses, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

Representation in State Authorities

We represent clients' interests before GNERC, the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, and other administrative bodies. Our services encompass drafting applications, appeals, and legal positions, participating in administrative proceedings, and, if necessary, conducting litigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What licenses are required to implement an energy project in Georgia?

The list of required licenses and permits depends on the project's type, capacity, and form of activity. Constructing an energy facility necessitates a construction permit, an environmental decision, and, in certain cases, a generation license. The specific requirements are determined following a preliminary legal assessment of the project.

What is a PPA, and what are its main risks?

A PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) is a long-term electricity off-take contract between a generation company and a purchaser. The primary risks are associated with tariff fluctuations, payment guarantees, force majeure circumstances, performance securities, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Professional drafting of the contract significantly mitigates these risks.

What is the difference between guaranteed and non-guaranteed power purchase?

Guaranteed purchase means the State (via ESCO) assumes the obligation to buy a specified volume of generated electricity at a pre-agreed tariff. Under a non-guaranteed model, the generator sells electricity on the open market. This choice directly impacts the project's financial predictability and investment risks.

Do energy regulations apply to small-scale renewable energy facilities?

Yes, small-scale facilities are also subject to energy legislation, although certain requirements (e.g., licensing) depend on the facility's installed capacity. In specific cases, a simplified regulatory regime and "micro-generator" status apply to small-scale facilities.

Can a foreign investor implement an energy project in Georgia?

Yes. Georgian legislation allows foreign investors to implement energy projects either directly or through a local subsidiary. L&L Consulting provides full legal support to foreign investors in English, from company formation to PPA execution.

What is the role of GNERC in energy projects?

GNERC (Georgian National Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission) is the independent regulatory body that issues licenses, sets tariffs, monitors the activities of market participants, and resolves consumer disputes. Most energy projects require communication with GNERC and participation in its administrative proceedings at some stage.

If you are planning to implement an energy project, make a renewable energy investment, sign a PPA, or need legal consulting in the energy sector, contact us for an initial legal assessment — We will review your circumstances, evaluate regulatory risks, and offer legal solutions tailored to your case.