Energy law, fromgeneration tothe grid.
SIRI Law LLP advises power generators, renewable energy developers and utilities on power purchase agreements, regulatory approvals, land acquisition and the compliance framework covering the energy sector.
- Free first consultation
- State electricity regulator aware
- Fixed-fee packages available
- Hyderabad and online
- Renewable energy focused
Energy & Utilities
Energy projects sit at the intersection of contract law, land law and a regulatory structure that operates at both state and central levels. A power purchase agreement that does not account for regulatory change risk can turn a bankable project into a disputed one.
Renewable energy developers
PPA negotiation and regulatory approvals for project bankability.
Power generators
Contracts and compliance across the generation lifecycle.
EPC contractors
Contract review and dispute support for project execution.
Utilities and discoms
Regulatory advisory and contract support for utility operations.
Roadmap
Where we help, across the project lifecycle.
From land acquisition to commissioning and beyond.
- 01Pre-construction
Acquire land and rights
Energy projects need secure land and access rights before anything else.
- Land acquisition and lease structuring
- Right-of-way agreements for transmission
- Title due diligence for project sites
- Local regulatory clearances
- 02Development
Contract the project
EPC and offtake contracts determine project bankability.
- Power purchase agreement drafting and negotiation
- EPC and construction contract review
- Equipment supply and warranty agreements
- Financing and lender due diligence support
- 03Ongoing
Secure regulatory approval
State and central regulators both play a role.
- State electricity regulatory commission filings
- Open access and grid connectivity approvals
- Renewable purchase obligation compliance
- Tariff and regulatory order advisory
- 04Post-commissioning
Operate and resolve disputes
Operational issues and disputes need experienced counsel.
- PPA dispute resolution and arbitration
- Curtailment and payment delay disputes
- Regulatory compliance monitoring
What we do
Energy legal, generation to grid.
Contracts and regulatory advisory for projects that need to be bankable and compliant.
Power purchase agreement drafting
PPAs structured for bankability and regulatory compliance.
- PPAs
- Drafting
- Negotiation
Renewable energy regulatory advisory
Compliance guidance for solar, wind and hybrid energy projects.
- Renewable energy
- Regulatory
- Compliance
Land and right-of-way advisory
Securing land and transmission access rights for energy projects.
- Land acquisition
- Right-of-way
- Title
Regulatory filings and approvals
Support with state and central electricity regulatory commission processes.
- Regulatory filings
- SERC
- Approvals
EPC contract review
Reviewing and negotiating engineering, procurement and construction contracts.
- EPC
- Construction
- Contracts
Grid connectivity and open access
Advisory on connectivity agreements and open access regulatory requirements.
- Grid connectivity
- Open access
- Advisory
PPA and regulatory dispute resolution
Representing clients in disputes arising from PPAs and regulatory orders.
- Disputes
- Arbitration
- Regulatory
Where we come in
Five mistakes we often see.
Each one threatens project bankability or operational continuity.
PPAs silent on regulatory change risk
Energy regulation shifts over a project's operating life. A PPA that does not address how regulatory change is handled leaves both parties exposed.
Land title not fully diligenced before construction
Energy projects often span land acquired from multiple owners. Title gaps discovered mid-construction cause costly delays.
EPC contracts with weak liquidated damages provisions
Delay in commissioning has real financial consequences. Contracts need enforceable remedies, not just aspirational timelines.
Underestimating open access approval timelines
Grid connectivity and open access approvals can take longer than project financing timelines assume, creating avoidable pressure.
Payment delay disputes handled reactively
Discom payment delays are a known risk in the sector. A PPA with a clear escalation and remedy mechanism handles this far better than an ad hoc response.
Ready to start?
Developing an energy project or negotiating a PPA? Call for a free first consultation.
Tell us about your project stage and we will flag what needs attention. Calls are answered by an advocate.
Why energy companies choose us
We understand bankability, not just legality.
Retain us for a single matter or for the long run. Either way you deal with the same accountable team.
Lender-aware drafting
Contracts drafted with an eye to what project financiers actually require.
Regulatory fluency across levels
Advisory that accounts for both state and central regulatory requirements.
Dispute experience
We know how PPA and regulatory disputes actually play out, and draft to prevent them.
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Questions
Common questions.
General information only, not legal advice. Every situation differs, so speak to us about yours.
What should a power purchase agreement address?
Tariff structure, term, curtailment provisions, payment security mechanisms, and how regulatory change risk is allocated between generator and offtaker.
We negotiate these terms with project bankability in mind.
Do renewable projects face different regulatory requirements than conventional generation?
Yes, including renewable purchase obligations, specific tariff mechanisms, and often different approval pathways at the state level.
We advise on the framework specific to your technology and location.
How do we handle land acquisition for a project site?
Through careful title diligence, appropriate lease or purchase structuring, and securing any required right-of-way for transmission infrastructure.
We conduct this diligence before you commit significant capital.
What happens if a discom delays payment?
Your PPA should specify a remedy mechanism, and regulatory forums exist for escalating persistent payment delays.
We advise on both the contractual and regulatory routes available.
Do you handle PPA disputes and arbitration?
Yes, including disputes over curtailment, payment delays, and contract interpretation, through negotiation, regulatory proceedings or arbitration.
We represent both generators and offtakers in these matters.
How much does this cost?
Fixed-fee packages are available for contract drafting and regulatory filing support. Project-specific work and disputes are scoped separately.
Fees are agreed in writing before work starts.
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Free first consultation
Tell us about your energy matter.
High level is fine. We check conflicts, tell you honestly whether we can help, and what it would cost. You decide, with no pressure.
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