Energy & Telecommunications

Cleantech & Renewable Energy

Representative Matters

  • Advising Fortune 500 company on the development of solar photovoltaic systems at multiple manufacturing facility campuses, allowing our client to save money on its energy costs while enhancing its green credentials.
  • Securing regulatory approvals and financing for a $42 million biomass-fueled electric generation project, including a long-term power purchase agreement and $2 million in grant funding.
  • Advising owner of large portfolio of hydroelectric generating facilities on legal and business considerations related to acquisition, operation and sale of facilities. 
  • Advising developer of agricultural waste-fueled anaerobic digester on legal and business aspects of project development and operation, including long-term power purchase agreement and certification as a community-based renewable energy project.
  • Advising developer of innovative tidal energy generation system on regulatory, legal and business considerations.
  • Securing grant funding for energy efficiency projects at businesses, industrial facilities and ski resorts. 
  • Representing demand response providers in shaping regional and federal energy policy to properly incentivize customers to reduce their consumption of electricity during times of scarcity, reducing costs for all grid-connected customers. '
  • Advising clients in connection with carbon markets including the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative and Western Climate Initiative.
  • Advising clients regarding renewable energy certificate (REC) policy, certification, marketing and related business considerations.

Firm Highlights

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Benchmark Litigation Names Preti Flaherty 2024 “Maine Firm of the Year"

Benchmark Litigation  has named Preti Flaherty as 2024 Litigation Firm of the Year in the State of Maine. Through extensive peer- and- client reviewed research, as well as analysis of casework; the Benchmark Awards...

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Good Energy: Jazz, Cocktails, and Camaraderie

Preti Flaherty and Phelps Dunbar will be hosting an afterhours event: ‘Good Energy: Jazz, Cocktails, and Camaraderie’ at The Oceantic Network’s annual IPF Offshore Wind Conference. The event will be held on April 23...

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Helping Employers Navigate the New Independent Contractor Rule and Compliance Challenges

On March 11 th , the United States Department of Labor’s (DOL) new Independent Contractor Rule goes into effect.  As your organization readies itself for compliance, it’s imperative to scrutinize your independent contractor classifications...

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Attorney Jeffrey Thaler Named to 2024 Lawdragon Green 500: Leaders in Energy Law

Preti Flaherty’s attorney Jeffrey Thaler has been recognized by  Lawdragon  as one of the top 500 Leaders in Energy Law. This is Jeff’s third time named to this prestigious list since the first publication...

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USCIS Announces H-1B Registration Period for FY2025: New “Beneficiary Centric” Registration Process and Increased Fees

USCIS has recently announced a series of changes that will impact the FY2025 H-1B registration system and cap filing season. H-1B Registration Period and Organizational Accounts As in prior years, under this process, prospective petitioners...

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When to Say Goodbye: Navigating Leave and Terminations

As an HR professional, hiring the right talent, addressing employee needs, and managing terminations are just a few of the most challenging problems that arise. During this year's three-part Employment Breakfast Webinar Series, we'll...

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Important Updates to American Arbitration Association Construction Industry Rules and Mediation Procedures

The American Arbitration Association (AAA) updated its Construction Industry Rules and Mediation procedures (AAA Rules), effective March 1, 2024, marking the first update since 2015. The updates are important because the AAA Rules are...

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Preti Attorneys File Suit Against Al-Generated Robocalls in the 2024 NH Presidential Primary

Representing the League of Women Voters of New Hampshire, the League of Women Voters of the United States, and individual voters, Preti Flaherty, with co-counsel, filed a federal lawsuit against Steve Kramer, Lingo Telecom...

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Failure to Follow Your Contract's Notice Requirements Can be Costly

In Kinetic Systems, Inc. v. IPS-Integrated Projects Services, LLC et. al., No.: 20-cv-1125 (D.N.H. February 6, 2024), the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire granted summary judgment for a general contractor...

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Building a Strong Discipline and Performance Management Framework

As an HR professional, hiring the right talent, addressing employee needs, and managing terminations are just a few of the most challenging problems that arise. During this year's three-part Employment Breakfast Webinar Series, we'll...