From Competitive Markets to Land Leasing for Renewable Energy

Scott Aaronson
Ashley Hallene
Porter Wiseman
Scott Aaronson | Demeter Land Development, LLC
Ashley Hallene | Demeter Land Development, LLC
Porter Wiseman | Hogan Lovells

On-Demand: December 17, 2024

2 hour CLE

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Program Summary

This CLE course provides a comprehensive exploration of the U.S. power sector's evolution and the legal intricacies of land leasing for renewable energy projects. Delve into the historical transformation of the power industry, from the inception of centralized power plants and early regulatory frameworks to the emergence of competitive markets and renewable energy adoption. Learn how power is bought and sold today and uncover key regulatory and market challenges during the energy transition.

In addition, gain actionable insights into negotiating land leases with renewable energy developers. Explore critical site characteristics, master the elements of lease agreements, and develop strategies for balancing lease terms with project viability. This course bridges the gap between market evolution and the practicalities of renewable energy development.

This course is co-sponsored with myLawCLE.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Understand Regulatory Frameworks
  • Explore the Evolution of Competition
  • Navigate Power Markets
  • Address Challenges in the Energy Transition
  • Master Renewable Energy Land Leasing
  • Evaluate Key Site Characteristics
  • Develop Strategic Advocacy Skill

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Scott Aaronson_FedBarScott Aaronson | Demeter Land Development, LLC

Scott Aaronson received his JD/MBA from University of Toledo in 2010. In addition to his law firm, he also owns Demeter Land Development, a company dedicated to assisting renewable energy developers with land acquisition and early-stage development for DG solar facilities. In this role, he has worked with many of the major renewable energy developers in the United States. He has been a practicing attorney for 13 years licensed in Michigan and Illinois.

He also owns a real estate portfolio throughout the metro Detroit area including The Hamtramck Hostel, a youth hostel in Hamtramck MI. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and hangs out with his dog Jazzy and wife, Mallerie.

 

Ashley Hallene_FedBarAshley Hallene | Demeter Land Development, LLC

Ashley Hallene is a lawyer and land acquisition specialist with 13 years combined experience in oil and gas and renewable energy. She specializes in the negotiation of leases for oil and gas, solar, and battery energy storage, along with exploration agreements, farm-out/farm-in agreements, joint operating agreements, and field-wide unit agreements.

In her spare time, Ashley is a co-author in several titles, including Technology Tips for Seniors Volume 2.0 (2018), Technology Tips for Lawyers and other Business Professionals (2016), Technology Tips for Seniors (2016), Technology Solutions for Today’s Lawyer (2013) and the iPad for Lawyers (2013). She has published articles on legal technology in GP|SOLO Magazine, GP|SOLO eReport, Experience Magazine, Voice of Experience, and the Attorney at Work and Techno Lawyer Newsletters. Ashley is an active member of the American Bar Association’s General Practice Solo & Small Firm Division and the Senior Lawyers Division. She is Editor-in-Chief of the GP|Solo eReport. She earned her J. D. from University of Houston Law Center in 2009 and her B.S. from University of Houston in 2004. Ashley lives in Katy, Texas with her husband, Jack, and their son, Cyrus. Ashley is licensed to practice law in Texas.

 

Porter Wiseman_FedBarPorter Wiseman | Hogan Lovells

For decades, Chip Cannon has advised clients with a holistic view of the energy transition space and the ability to apply his comprehensive knowledge of the U.S. power sector from regulatory, markets, policy, commercial, and transactional perspectives. His career progressed parallel to the evolution of the U.S. power sector, allowing Chip to develop a broad based practical “know-how” on all issues arising under the Federal Power Act (FPA), the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 2005 (PUHCA), and the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA). His vast experience also includes advising clients on behind-the-meter (BTM)structures, including data centers co-located with generation resources.

In addition to her work in the energy space, her work on behalf of clients has also included antitrust and telecommunications matters before the courts and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), including a major international telecommunications litigation involving allegations of anticompetitive behavior and litigation before the FCC regarding telecommunications mergers.

Furthermore, Porter has represented clients, pro bono, in the fields of voting rights, immigration, tenants’ rights, international human rights, forced marriage, and lead contamination.

Agenda

I. Understand Regulatory Frameworks | 1:00pm – 1:15pm

  • Analyze the division of authority between state public utility commissions and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and how this impacts the U.S. power sector

II. Explore the Evolution of Competition | 1:15pm – 1:30pm

  • Examine the historical transition of the U.S. power sector from a fully regulated industry to one driven by competitive markets over the past 30 years

III. Navigate Power Markets | 1:30pm – 1:45pm

  • Gain insights into how regional wholesale power markets operate and understand the processes of power buying and selling, including bilateral power sale agreements

IV. Address Challenges in the Energy Transition | 1:45pm – 2:00pm

  • Identify key regulatory and market challenges related to renewable energy development, battery storage integration, data center corridor demands, and transmission infrastructure barriers

Break | 2:00pm – 2:10pm

V. Master Renewable Energy Land Leasing | 2:10pm – 2:30pm

  • Learn the critical elements of land lease agreements for renewable energy projects, including site selection, lease term negotiations, and balancing financial terms with project viability

VI. Evaluate Key Site Characteristics | 2:30pm – 2:50pm

  • Identify and assess site-specific factors that influence renewable energy project success and their impact on lease agreement negotiations

VII. Develop Strategic Advocacy Skill | 2:50pm – 3:10pm

  • Acquire strategies to advocate effectively for clients leasing land for renewable energy development while aligning with industry practices and project needs

Credits

Alaska

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through Alaska’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity.
Alabama

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Arkansas

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Arizona

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

California

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Colorado

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Connecticut

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

District of Columbia

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hours

Delaware

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Florida

Approved via Attorney Submission
2.5 General Hours

Receive CLE credit in Florida via attorney submission.
Georgia

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Hawaii

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Iowa

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Idaho

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Illinois

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Indiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Kansas

Pending CLE Approval
2 Substantive

Kentucky

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Louisiana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Massachusetts

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hours

Maryland

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hours

Maine

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Michigan

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hours

Minnesota

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Missouri

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Mississippi

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Montana

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

North Dakota

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through North Dakota’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity. Section 1, Policy 1.14
Nebraska

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

myLawCLE reports attendance to Nebraska on each attorney’s behalf for all programs. Please do not self-report.
New Hampshire

Approved for CLE Credits
120 General Minutes

As of July 1, 2014, the NHMCLE Board no longer provides pre- or post-approval of courses. Attendees must self-determine whether a program is eligible for credit, and self-report their attendance online at www.nhbar.org, based on qualification provisions of Rule 53.
New Jersey

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New Jersey’s recognition of multi-jurisdictional reciprocity, except for the courses required under BCLE Reg. 201:2
New Mexico

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Nevada

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

New York

Approved for CLE Credits
2.4 General

Our programs are CLE-eligible through New York’s Approved Jurisdiction Group “B”.
Ohio

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Oklahoma

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2.5 General

Oregon

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Pennsylvania

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Rhode Island

Pending CLE Approval
2.5 General

South Carolina

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

South Dakota

No MCLE Required
2 CLE Hours

Tennessee

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

Texas

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Utah

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

Virginia

Not Eligible
2 General Hours

Vermont

Approved for CLE Credits
2 General

Washington

Approved via Attorney Submission
2 Law & Legal

Receive CLE credit in Washington via Attorney Submission. myLawCLE will supply Washington state attorneys with instructions on how to gain credit.
Wisconsin

Approved for Self-Study Credits
2 General

West Virginia

Pending CLE Approval
2.4 General

Wyoming

Pending CLE Approval
2 General

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