Clifford Chance

Energy Transition Decoded: A to Z Guide

July 17, 2024

The world of energy has always been the subject of acronyms, industry short-hand and slang. With the acceleration in energy transition, we are all learning about new technologies and developments that will assist in our journey toward decarbonisation. This has resulted in the evolution of additional “industry speak” in the area of energy transition.

The aim of this “Energy Transition Decoded – A to Z Guide” is to try to demystify some of the terminology we encounter in the industry. We have collected in the lexicon terminology from across our global network of 33 offices in 22 countries.

Not all jurisdictions are covered in the lexicon and not all topics are explored in great detail. The lexicon is not intended to be a definitive guide, but simply a collection of some of the most commonly encountered terms in wind, carbon capture, hydrogen, solar and other energy transition-related sectors. The guide is not intended to constitute legal advice (on what can be complex legal issues) or be relied upon as such, but is simply a tool to help navigate what is for some unfamiliar territory.

We hope this guide is of some benefit as we all work collectively towards the objective of a lower carbon world.

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