89 publications in this category. HWW lawyers' commentary on legal changes, case law and tax interpretations.
The legal nature and functions of a contractual penalty A contractual penalty may be stipulated solely in the event of non-performance or improper performance of a …
What is an earn-out and when is it worth considering? An earn-out is a pricing mechanism in M&A transactions whereby part of the seller’s consideration is …
In the April issue, you can read about, amongst other things: the latest legislative changes in the energy sector, which may affect investment development and the …
Electricity as a supply for VAT purposes A fundamental principle of the Polish VAT system is that all forms of energy are treated as goods (Article …
Importantly, the activation of reserve sales takes place automatically by law — the customer does not need to take any action, and the continuity of supply …
In this article, we discuss the key issues from an income tax perspective (CIT/PIT), highlighting practical ways to accelerate the deduction of renewable energy investment costs. …
The legal framework for community energy in Poland Polish law distinguishes between two operationally viable models of local energy generation and management: the energy cooperative and …
In the March issue, you can read about, amongst other things: planned changes to the ‘Clean Air’ programme, which are intended to increase the availability of …
The case touches on an issue of fundamental importance for businesses using comprehensive energy supply contracts – namely, the rights of the end customer when terminating …
The case concerned a client from the renewable energy sector, planning a large-scale wind investment – the project involved the construction of a farm consisting of …
The case involved a client operating in the field of distributed energy, which faced a serious regulatory barrier preventing the connection of more than a dozen …
The case involved a group of entities interested in jointly generating electricity from renewable sources and benefiting from preferential billing rules provided for energy cooperatives. The …
What are provisions in accounting terms? Provisions in accounting terms are liabilities of uncertain timing or amount, created in connection with anticipated costs or losses. They …
Allegations against the company’s former management and their basis The new board of directors of a joint-stock company reported serious irregularities related to the activities of …
What is a transmission easement? A transmission easement is a limited real right which was introduced into civil law in 2008 to regulate the legal status …
Stages of conduct – a process strategy aimed at protecting customers Bills of exchange disputes, conducted under the order procedure, are characterized by a high degree …
In the February issue, you can read about, amongst other things: planned amendments to the Renewable Energy Sources Act (‘the Biomethane Act’), including the auction system …
Energy cooperatives and legal fiction in the Renewable Energy Sources Act The provisions of the RES Act (Article 38da(4)) introduce a specific legal fiction, according to …
A PPA is a long-term electricity supply agreement entered into directly between an electricity generator and the end consumer. In practice, this means moving away from …
One solution that helps to clarify these issues is a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). This document sets out the rules for handling information deemed confidential and outlines …
The company’s business is the production of electricity from gas generated by the separation of wet natural gas, extracted as a by-product of oil production on …
The exact wording of the key provisions of the Energy Law The legal basis for the preference given to waste heat is the Act of 10 …
The answer to these needs is TransakcjeOZE.pl – a platform dedicated to professional transactions in the renewable energy market. Platform designed around the transaction process TransakcjeOZE.pl …
In the January issue, you can read about, amongst other things: the extension of the deadline for settling public aid related to the maximum electricity price …
NCBiR’s allegations and their basis NCBiR indicated that the basis for the termination of the contract and the demand for reimbursement was the alleged submission of …
In the December issue, you can read about, amongst other things: planned changes to the energy consumer support scheme and new rules for the settlement of …
Obligation to connect Pursuant to Article 7 of the Energy Law, energy companies are, in principle, obliged to conclude a network connection agreement with entities applying …
In the November issue, you can read about, amongst other things: the amendment to the Energy Law implementing the EU’s Energy Efficiency Directive (EED), new obligations …
What is energy storage? An energy storage system is a facility that allows electricity to be stored when there is a surplus (e.g. from own generation) …
In response to these issues, the proposed amendment to the Energy Law seeks to simplify the connection procedure and improve the efficiency of the entire system. …
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