Uniquely positioned to advise across the whole energy spectrum

We know energy – in all of its forms. Our Energy practice is one of De Brauw’s core practices, supported by a cross-disciplinary group of more than 55 lawyers. The work we do together alongside our clients puts us at the centre of today's most critical energy projects, transactions, regulatory matters and high-stake disputes. Our multidisciplinary and cross-border approach makes us a trusted force in all aspects of the global energy transition. From our headquarters in Amsterdam, we are a European energy powerhouse with global reach and active in all strategic aspects of the energy transition.

The core of our expertise lies in our long-standing relationships with leading government entities engaged in national and international energy infrastructure projects, as well as with key players in the energy sector. This gives us a unique depth of experience across the energy spectrum. From oil & gas (including LNG) and nuclear to renewable sources (onshore & offshore wind, solar, heat, biomass), carbon storage, and hydrogen, we provide comprehensive guidance with unmatched capabilities.

Our clients turn to us as the go-to experts for their most significant energy challenges and opportunities because we are the only law firm in the Netherlands that seamlessly integrates in-house expertise in transactions, regulation, litigation and arbitration, and criminal enforcement.

De Brauw raises the bar by thinking creatively and outside of the box. The team comes with its own ideas, which makes it fun to work together.

Chambers, 2026
Chambers, 2026

Insights

13 February 2026

Side-by-side: will acceptance of US minimum taxation standards impact EU competitiveness?

On 5 January 2026, the OECD published the Side-by-Side (SbS) Package. This package complements the OECD Inclusive Framework's model rules aimed at securing global 15% minimum taxation for large multinationals (referred to as "Pillar 2"). These minimum taxation rules have been implemented within the EU with effect from 1 January 2024.
29 January 2026

Expanded regulatory screening of Energy/Infra M&A

With the new Energy Act (Energiewet) entering into force on 1 January 2026, the Electricity Act 1998 (Elektriciteitswet 1998) and the Gas Act (Gaswet) are now integrated into a single legal framework. The Energy Act modernises Dutch energy law to reflect the energy transition, evolving market dynamics and updated EU regulations. A key question is how it will affect transactions in the energy sector, especially given the new approval requirements and notification obligations that may be triggered. We outline below the key implications, particularly the new notification obligations for changes of control or for permit transfers.
30 June 2025

DOJ provides guidance on shift in US white-collar enforcement strategy

As discussed in our February update, the Trump administration started its second term by announcing significant changes in the white-collar enforcement priorities of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). A brief recap: President Trump ordered the DOJ to pause Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) investigations and enforcement actions for 180 days. Attorney General Pam Bondi had signalled shifts in the DOJ's priorities towards the goal of "total elimination" of drug cartels and Transnational Crime Organizations (TCOs). Several of the Attorney General's memoranda at the time also alluded to potential deprioritisation of corporate enforcement in business-related national security cases and protection of US companies in particular. On the basis of these broad strokes directions, the DOJ had been directed to issue new guidelines.