Lawyer specialized in environmental law and renewable energies in Cannes

Do you need legal support for a renewable energy project? Or are you seeking advice to deal with an environmental issue related to agricultural land? Our specialized lawyers in environmental and renewable energy law in Cannes assist you in all your procedures, whether you are a company, a public entity, an individual, or an association.

Our team guides you, whether it involves preventive legal advice or litigation. In matters of sustainable development, green energy, and environmental protection, our firm has in-depth knowledge of current regulations. Thanks to this expertise, we guarantee personalized assistance at every stage of your projects, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and the defense of your rights.

Lawyer in renewable energy law in Cannes to support you in the development of your eco-responsible project

The development of renewable energies on agricultural land is booming, particularly in the context of wind, photovoltaic, agrivoltaic, or methanization projects. French law imposes specific rules for the implementation of these initiatives on agricultural land, with reinforced supervision to preserve land and avoid uses contrary to the objectives of agriculture.

Among these regulations is the farm tenancy status, which governs the conditions of occupation and operation of land leased for agricultural purposes. Ecological initiatives must therefore respect the rights of operators and the terms of this regulation. Thanks to our experience in rural law, we analyze the impact of each eco-responsible project on the agricultural operation.

Our lawyers specialized in renewable energy law in Cannes also advise on the viability of farm lease contracts in connection with new installations. Thanks to our intervention, investors and operators can develop their projects with complete peace of mind, benefiting from tailored support.

Environmental audits: the expertise of our environmental law lawyers in Cannes to secure your acquisitions

The acquisition of land or an installation involving environmental issues requires prior verification. It may indeed involve polluted sites, classified installations, or soils requiring biodiversity protection measures. To secure such transactions, our firm Macfarlanes LLP offers comprehensive audits, carried out by environmental lawyers in Cannes.

Our audits make it possible to verify the environmental situation of the property concerned and identify any ecological or regulatory liabilities that could impact the viability and profitability of the investment. They include an assessment of environmental risks, such as:

• soil contamination;
• the presence of pollutants;
• specific legal obligations.

In the event of discovering issues, our experts formulate concrete recommendations to limit exposure to risks. This may include specific clauses in the acquisition contract, such as environmental liability guarantees or conditions precedent related to the completion of remediation work.

Furthermore, our firm supports you in the event of post-acquisition disputes, particularly to enforce the agreed guarantees or to defend your interests in environmental litigation. Thanks to our expertise, buyers can thus avoid unforeseen costs and reduce their exposure to litigation, while ensuring the site complies with current environmental standards.

Obtaining ICPE or IOTA authorizations: contact our environmental and renewable energy lawyer in Cannes

Activities likely to impact the environment, such as classified installations (ICPE) or operations subject to the water law (IOTA), require administrative authorizations. These permits aim to protect natural resources and regulate activities that are potentially polluting or risky for the ecosystem.

Our firm handles all the necessary procedures for obtaining ICPE and IOTA authorizations, from preparing the files to presenting them before the competent authorities. For ICPE-classified projects, for example, we assist companies in compiling the required documents to assess environmental impacts.

In matters of IOTA regulations, our role consists of overseeing projects affecting water resources, taking into account requirements related to water withdrawals and discharges. Similarly, our firm Macfarlanes LLP provides strategic advice upstream of projects, in order to identify necessary authorizations and anticipate potential administrative obstacles.

Lawyer in environmental and renewable energy law in Cannes for managing litigation related to soil pollution

In environmental law, the sources of litigation are numerous:

• noise pollution due to industrial installations or transport infrastructure;
• soil pollution by chemicals;
• harm to biodiversity;
• neighbor disturbances caused by development projects.

Our team of renewable energy lawyers in Cannes intervenes as soon as the environmental dispute arises to establish an adapted defense strategy. For noise nuisances, we rely on current regulations and acoustic impact studies to contest sources of excessive noise or to defend you in case of accusations.

In matters of soil pollution, we collaborate with experts to identify the source of contamination, assess the extent of the damage and build a solid argument for compensation for the harm suffered. These steps aim both to preserve the environment and to obtain fair compensation for our clients.

Regarding biodiversity, we assist clients facing disputes concerning the destruction of protected species or the degradation of natural habitats. Our lawyers ensure compliance with legal obligations regarding ecosystem conservation and propose appropriate remediation solutions.

We also intervene in neighborhood conflicts related to development projects, by negotiating amicable solutions or initiating legal actions to enforce our clients' rights. Our approach is based on a quick and efficient resolution of disputes, favoring amicable settlement as much as possible to limit costs and delays.

Environmental lawyer in Cannes to defend you in criminal proceedings

Violations of environmental laws can lead to severe criminal penalties: substantial fines, operating bans, or prison sentences. These penalties aim to deter behavior that harms the environment and ensure that economic actors comply with legal obligations.

The most frequent violations concern:

• classified installations for environmental protection (ICPE);
• the destruction of protected species;
• cases of voluntary pollution or non-compliance with waste management standards.

Our team of specialized environmental law attorneys in Cannes offers complete assistance, from prevention to defense in case of criminal prosecution. Upstream, we advise companies and individuals on how to comply with environmental regulations to reduce the risk of violations.

This includes setting up internal processes for monitoring standards, training employees and complying with environmental permits, particularly regarding ICPE and waste management. In the event of prosecution, Macfarlanes LLP supports you throughout the criminal proceedings. We examine the elements of the case, prepare defense arguments and ensure rigorous representation before the competent courts.

Our knowledge of regulations and case law in the field of criminal law of the environment allows us to build solid defense strategies, adapted to the circumstances of each case. In addition, we intervene in negotiation with the authorities to consider alternatives to prosecution, such as voluntary compliance or remediation plans.

Specialized environmental lawyer in Cannes to assist you in drafting and negotiating your contracts

Today, commitments to the environment are becoming increasingly important in real estate, industrial, and agricultural projects. Environmental contracting is thus becoming an essential tool for formalizing obligations and preventing potential disputes between stakeholders.

Our environmental and renewable energy lawyers in Cannes assist you in drafting and negotiating contracts that include precise environmental clauses. Among the contractual mechanisms, environmental real obligations (ORE) allow parties to commit sustainably to the protection and preservation of natural resources.

Binding current and future owners of a land property, OREs are a powerful means of ensuring the continuity of eco-responsible practices. At Macfarlanes LLP, we help you set up these contracts to guarantee that your commitments to biodiversity and sustainable management of resources are enshrined over time, even in the event of a change of owner.

Our team handles the entire process of negotiating environmental contracts, whether it involves partnerships with:

• public actors;
• green energy suppliers;
• or investors.

For example, we can include commitments to comply with emission standards, obligations to preserve biodiversity, or remediation clauses in case of pollution. In addition to drafting and negotiating clauses, we support you in monitoring and implementing contractual obligations.