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What is an EEC and How is it Used to Comply with Energy Savings Obligations?
EEC, or Energy Efficiency Certificate, is an electronic document that formally acknowledges an annual reduction in final energy consumption resulting from an energy efficiency measure
Tokenized Assets: From European Regulation to Their Integration into DeFi
Tokenized real-world assets (RWA) are financial or physical assets represented on the blockchain by tokens.
Drafting and Approval of a Company´s Annual Accounts: Differences, Competence and Legal Deadlines
Before addressing the distinction between drafting and approval, it is important to understand what the annual accounts are and what their purpose is.
Regulatory Differences between MiCA in the EU and the Genius Act in the US
The differences between MiCA and the Genius Act highlight tensions between sovereign control in the EU and liberalization in the US
The Digitalization of Notaries: Towards a Notary 4.0?
The shift towards digital notarial services began tentatively but has significantly accelerated in recent years, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mergers by Absorption: A Practical Guide for Family-Owned Businesses
A merger by absorption is a corporate transaction whereby one company (the absorbing company) takes over another (the absorbed company), incorporating all its assets, liabilities, and legal rights
Mergers and Acquisitions in the Renewable Energy Sector: Legal and Regulatory Implications
From a legal standpoint, M&A transactions in the renewable energy sector follow the same basic structures as in other industries: share or asset purchases, mergers by absorption, non-cash contributions, joint…
Characteristics of an SPV in Energy Projects
An SPV is a legal entity created for a specific purpose, which operates independently from other companies. In the context of energy projects, an SPV is generally established to develop,…
EPC Contracts in the Energy Sector
An EPC contract is an agreement whereby a company (the contractor) commits to carrying out an engineering and construction project, taking responsibility for both the design and the procurement of…
10 Collaborations “ILP Abogados”
We are attaching some of our latest collaborations in case they are of interest to you. STAY UPDATED Subscribe to stay current on ILP Insights 1.- EU Regulation 2020/852: “EU…
Particularities of Due Diligence Procedures in the Energy Sector
Due diligence in the energy sector involves a detailed review of regulatory, financial, environmental, and technological aspects
CBAM: What is it and how do EU CBAM and UK CBAM differ?
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a tool designed to combat carbon leakage, a phenomenon where companies relocate their production to countries with less stringent environmental regulations, undermining global…
Phases of Photovoltaic Energy Projects
Photovoltaic energy has gained significant prominence in the global energy landscape due to its ability to generate electricity in a clean and sustainable manner.
New RTS on Best Execution of Investment Firms under MiFID II
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has recently presented regulatory technical standards on the order execution policies of investment firms under MiFID II.
MiFID II & Listing Act: Unraveling the New Paradigm in Research Payments and Its Impact on Best Execution
The Listing Act and amendments to MiFID II aim, among other objectives, to promote research and analysis on investment target companies, especially those with smaller market capitalization.
Post-Acquisition Non-Compete Clauses in M&A Transactions
Post-acquisition non-compete clauses in M&A transactions are crucial for protecting companies after an acquisition. This article explains what they are, their importance, and how they should be drafted to prevent…
EU Omnibus Package: Key Changes in Sustainability for Spanish Companies
Discover how the Omnibus Package simplifies sustainability regulations (CSRD, CSDDD, Taxonomy, CBAM) for Spanish companies.
EMIR 3: The Three Pillars Revolutionizing Derivatives Clearing in the EU
The entry into force of EMIR 3 on December 25, 2024, marks a turning point in the regulation of centralized clearing in the European Union.
The Howey Test: Defining Securities in the Age of Crypto
The Howey Test, a cornerstone of U.S. securities law, determines whether an investment constitutes a "security" subject to federal regulation.
Regulation (EU) 2023/2631: Harmonized Framework for Green Bonds
Regulation (EU) 2023/2631 establishes a harmonized framework for European green bonds (EuGB), aiming to enhance transparency, comparability, and credibility of these financial instruments
