Overview

From licence to commercial operation

Energy projects involve long-term contracts, government counterparties, heavy financing and close regulatory oversight. Getting the legal structure right at the start protects returns for decades.

Our lawyers support clients through licensing, land and environmental approvals, power purchase and implementation agreements, EPC and O&M contracts, financing and, where needed, disputes before the regulator, the courts or arbitral tribunals.

Our Services

How we help in power & energy

01

Licensing & Approvals

Licences and permissions from BERC and other authorities, plus environmental clearance.

02

Project Agreements

Power purchase, implementation, land lease and fuel supply agreements.

03

Renewable Energy

Solar, rooftop, wind and waste-to-energy projects and net-metering arrangements.

04

EPC & O&M Contracts

Drafting and negotiating construction, operation and maintenance contracts.

05

Project Finance

Security packages, lender due diligence and financing documentation.

06

Energy Disputes

Tariff, payment and contract disputes before BERC, courts and arbitral tribunals.

Legal Framework

Key laws we work with

The energy sector is shaped by sector-specific statutes and regulations, including:

  • Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission Act, 2003
  • Electricity Act, 2018
  • Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority Act, 2012
  • Petroleum Act, 2016
  • Bangladesh Environment Conservation Act, 1995
  • Public Private Partnership Act, 2015
  • Arbitration Act, 2001
  • BERC regulations & tariff orders
How We Work

A clear, step-by-step approach

Scope

We understand the project, the parties and the timetable.

Diligence

We review land, approvals, permits and counterparties.

Document

We draft and negotiate the full suite of project agreements.

Support

We advise through construction, operation and any disputes.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do you advise foreign investors in energy projects?

Yes. We advise foreign and local sponsors, including on company set-up, BIDA registration and foreign-exchange matters.

Can you help with rooftop solar or net-metering?

Yes. We advise commercial and industrial users and developers on rooftop solar arrangements and the related approvals.

Who regulates electricity and gas tariffs?

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) regulates tariffs and licensing in the energy sector.

Do you handle energy-sector disputes?

Yes. We act in payment, tariff and contract disputes through negotiation, regulatory proceedings, litigation and arbitration.

Consultation

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Tell us about your matter. A Premier Law Services lawyer will review it and advise you on the right next step — in person at our Dhaka chamber or online.

The information on this page is general in nature and is not legal advice. Laws and regulations in Bangladesh change from time to time; please consult our lawyers about your specific situation.
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