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Leasing the sun—the developer's perspective

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Published on: 16 September 2014

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What are the challenges in securing land to use for solar energy generation?
How should a developer structure any agreement to lease the land?
What risks does the developer inherit when they enter into a lease?
How does the involvement of an agent on the part of the landowner affect the negotiations?
What should lawyers advising developers be live to when considering solar leases?

Article summary

Environment analysis: What are the key issues for developers when looking to secure land for solar generation? Sonya Bedford, partner and head of the renewable energy team at Stephens Scown Solicitors, looks at what developers should consider when entering into the solar game.

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