Government regulation of environmental aspects of business activities is complex and ever changing. Compliance with regulatory requirements is costly but the costs of noncompliance can be enormous. Damage to corporate reputation can be irreparable. At Dentons, we make it our business to know your business so that our advice on environmental matters is provided in proper context. From project approvals to operational compliance, our team will guide you through the regulatory maze.

We offer advice and training, at both the operational and senior-management levels, in compliance matters relating to your business sectors. Our knowledge of the regulatory schemes and the government agencies that administer and enforce them allows us to work with you to develop and implement proactive strategies to assess, address and meet compliance requirements at a consistent and sustainable level.

Regulatory approval of major projects requires teamwork. Our lawyers work effectively with you and your consultants at the project development stage, through to the securing of necessary permits and licenses, including dealing with agency staff and consulting with stakeholders.

We know that government policies that drive regulatory requirements can be unpredictable. This can lead to uncertainties impacting investment and operational decisions. Whether it is climate change, waste management or hydraulic fracturing, our experienced Dentons’ team deals with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure you have all the current information to input into policy decisions on critical environmental matters impacting your businesses. Our team includes lawyers with prior experience at government, corporations and industry associations.

Accidents happen. When they do, we are ready to provide immediate, effective advice and representation. As external emergency response counsel and on-the-scene advisors during inspections and investigations, we are as comfortable on site as we are in the boardroom. If matters proceed to the enforcement stage, we provide strategic advice and representation to achieve resolutions that reflect your best interests.

Recognition

Dentons secures 141 individual and 42 practice rankings in Legal 500 US 2017

June 6, 2017

Dentons earned 141 individual and 42 practice rankings in the most recent edition of Legal 500 US 2017, an annual legal directory, which catalogues the nation's best lawyers and law firms based on in-depth research and interviews.

Dentons Boosts Rankings in 2015 Edition of Legal 500 US

June 11, 2015

​​​The 2015 edition of The Legal 500 US recognizes 24 Dentons practices and 75 lawyers.

Insights

The future of renewable energy auctions – application of non-price criteria

February 25, 2025

The Net-Zero Industry Act (“NZIA”) adopted on 27 May 2024 introduced mandatory non-price criteria (“NPC”) for renewable energy sources (“RES”) auctions. The new auction design aims to enhance the net-zero technology sector and to reduce reliance on non-EU suppliers of decarbonization technologies.

New year, new regime – January 2025 sees the new Extended Producer Responsibility regime for Packaging Waste in force

February 6, 2025

United Kingdom: The Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging and Packaging Waste) Regulations 2024 came into force on 1 January 2025, establishing a new Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging Waste (pEPR) regime. 

Regulatory Roadmap: 2025

February 6, 2025

Poland: One thing is certain: the months ahead in 2025 will bring growing political risks for businesses worldwide, including within the European Union. New regulations—shaped by current political events—along with the enforcement of previously adopted laws, will have direct and sometimes drastic effects on business operations. Below, we’ve outlined key regulatory changes that we believe will significantly impact companies across various industries, as well as their reputation and public image in Poland, Europe, and beyond.

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News and Events

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advises Dionis Biogas Energy on first biomethane project in Ukraine

December 21, 2021

Global law firm Dentons has advised Dionis Biogas Energy LLC on the implementation of the first biomethane project in Ukraine, representing an important milestone in the creation of a bioenergy ecosystem in the country.

Precedent ruling of the Appeal Court in Gdańsk dismisses action in the case of “green certificates”

December 30, 2019

In a final and non- appealable ruling, the Appeal Court in Gdańsk dismissed the claim brought by Energia-Obrót S.A. against the wind energy manufacturer “EW Czyżewo” Sp. z o.o. to determine certain agreements and liquidated damages awarded in the past, among other things, as invalid.

Dentons secures 141 individual and 42 practice rankings in Legal 500 US 2017

June 6, 2017

Dentons earned 141 individual and 42 practice rankings in the most recent edition of Legal 500 US 2017, an annual legal directory, which catalogues the nation's best lawyers and law firms based on in-depth research and interviews.

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