Offshore Wind

Offshore wind is one of the largest industrial ventures of our time and a rapidly growing global sector. It is essential to ensuring access to renewable energy in Norway and Europe, and therefore key to industrial competitiveness. It also has the potential to trigger industrial and technological development across a wide range of sectors in Norway.

The Norwegian supplier industry, drawing on its expertise from complex oil and gas developments, is well positioned to play a leading role – both in the domestic market and internationally.

Yet, offshore wind still faces significant uncertainties. The technology is immature, infrastructure is incomplete, and the regulatory framework is still under development. In addition, financing conditions are demanding and projects remain vulnerable to geopolitical instability.

Arntzen Grette has a dedicated team with solid experience from international offshore wind projects, Norwegian and international offshore developments, and complex energy law issues under both Norwegian and EU law. We take a holistic view, and our assistance covers the entire value chain.

Our services include:

• Strategic project governance and structuring
• Robust financing solutions and infrastructure facilitation
• Licensing processes and auction participation
• Contract law, with particular expertise in Contracts for Difference (CfDs)
• Regulation and coexistence with fisheries, environment and aviation
• Navigating local and international regulatory frameworks
• Advice on compliance, ESG and competition law