Contributed by Kalo & Assocaites
Romania Passes New Law Regarding Urbanism Requirements for Renewable Energy Projects
Recognizing the pressing need to rectify certain conflicting provisions within the existing legal framework applicable to the permitting process of renewable energy projects (as previously reported in the Wolf Theiss Client Alert dated January 12th, 2023 available here), Romanian lawmakers have been working since the start of 2023 to introduce legislative amendments to Urbanism Law 350/2001 and Construction Law 50/1991.
Two Steps Forward, One Step Back in Bosnia & Herzegovina: A Buzz Interview with Nikolina Bajic of BDK Advokati
Legislative updates across the board in Bosnia & Herzegovina – with talks of criminalizing defamation, introducing electronic money, and overhauling the renewable energy framework – keep lawyers talking, according to Nikolina Bajic, Attorney at Law in cooperation with BDK Advokati.
CMS Helps Global Biomet Obtain License for Photovoltaic Plant in Bulgaria
CMS has helped Global Biomet obtain a license for a photovoltaic plant in its portfolio – the 100-megawatt AC capacity Aratiden project – before the Bulgarian State Energy and Water Regulatory Commission.
E+H Advises EcoWind on Sale of 26-Megawatt Carinthian Wind Farm Portfolio
E+H has advised EcoWind on the sale of the Steinberger Alpe wind farm and the Soboth wind turbine to Kelag in an international bidding process.
Infrastructure, Energy, and Investments Fortify North Macedonia: A Buzz Interview with Veton Qoku of Karanovic & Partners
A significant number of landmark energy and infrastructure projects are currently materializing in North Macedonia, with foreign direct investment interest constantly growing as well, according to Veton Qoku, Partner and Attorney-at-Law in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners.
Optimism in Moldova, Finally: A Buzz Interview with Iulian Pasatii of Gladei & Partners
There is much optimism in Moldova, following the country being awarded EU candidate status, the adoption of a comprehensive digitalization package, and the investments in IT and energy driving the economy forward, according to Gladei & Partners Partner Iulian Pasatii.