This Working with Electric Utility Contracts for Non-Lawyers training course is a wide-ranging programme that anticipates the development of a new power generation facility. At the heart of such a project is a project company, often set up as a special purpose vehicle, to design, finance, construct, maintain, and operate a new electricity generation plant.
The focus of this training course is the preparation, negotiation and drafting of five important agreements – and in particular the Power Purchase Agreement.
These are the five legal agreements that we will be examining:
- The Power Purchase Agreement (usually referred to as a PPA) between the power generator project company selling, and the off-taker buying, the electrical power. The off-taker is usually a public utility that may also be involved in distributing the power to users.
- The Plant Construction agreement (typically an EPC contract) between the power generator and the construction company that has contracted to build the power plant.
- The Fuel Supply Agreement, between the power generator and the supplier of the fuel (coal, oil, gas, wood or some other fuel) which will be burned to create the power (where the plant will be a thermal plant).
- The Implementation Agreement, between the host government and the power generator, granting rights to the power generator to develop, construct and operate with the support of the host government.
- The Land Lease agreement between the host government as lessor and the power generator as lessee, granting the power generator a lease of the site where the power plant will be constructed.
We will be referring to these collectively as “the Five Agreements”.
This Energy Training Centre training course has been created for commercial people working in the power sector without a legal background, to assist them in their Electricity Utility Contracts preparation, negotiation and development work. It will highlight why effective Electricity Utility Contracts are important and teach participants how to create a well-written, clear, and effective Electricity Utility Contract.
By the end of this Working with Electric Utility Contracts for Non-Lawyers training course, the participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of electricity utility contracts and how they fit together
- Negotiate and structure electricity utility contracts
- Mitigate the common risks in electricity utility contracts
- Manage stakeholder relationships
This Energy Training Centre training course is an immersive programme about electricity utility contracts that encourages participation from attendees. The instructor will deploy a full range of lively and interactive training methods, including exercises, negotiation sessions, role plays, case studies, and group discussions.
Each topic will be underpinned by a presentation that highlights key issues to focus on. The learning experience will be supported by a reference manual containing contract templates, checklists, and examples of best practice. Using role-play techniques, participants will negotiate several contract elements and receive personal feedback on their efforts.
We will review and analyse model contracts, including examples that attendees may wish to share with their colleagues.
By enrolling their staff on this training course, companies will better equip them to prepare, negotiate and draft five important agreements – and in particular Power Purchase Agreements (PPA). The training assumes no prior contract preparation skills and will help:
- Understanding of why well-negotiated Electricity Utility Contracts are important
- Better negotiation and drafting of such agreements
- Improvement of the allocation and management of risks associated with Electricity Utility Contracts
- Application of important business skills, such as the skill of contract preparation
- Negotiation of alternative wording for terms and conditions
- Communication of relevant ideas between different stakeholders
Participants attending this training seminar will come away from the training:
- Enlightened about how Electricity Utility Contracts work
- Stimulated by an engaging learning experience that tests their knowledge and abilities
- Informed about how to prepare and develop PPAs
- Enriched by their ability to deploy new negotiation skills
- Progressed in their career choices in contract development
- Enthused to put their newly developed capabilities into practice on the job
This Working with Electric Utility Contracts for Non-Lawyers training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Staff with a commercial role but without a legal background to:
- Prepare, negotiate, and draft new electricity utility contracts
- Analyse and improve terms and conditions in existing agreements, supplier contracts, joint venture agreements, and other related legal documents necessary for electricity utility operations
- Commercial contracts managers and officers
- Consultants
- Corporate and project finance personnel
- Economists
- Accountants
- Engineers
- Any other employee who assists or is involved in preparing electricity utility contractual documentation.
Day One: Introduction to the Energy Industry and the Role of the Five Agreements
- Introduction, objectives, and scope
- Profile of the project – The primary and secondary actors
- The Power Purchase Agreement - PPA
- Project structures & business models
- Special Purchase Vehicle (SPV) - Purpose and role
- Role of the regulator
- What is the “deal” behind the PPA?
- What is the relationship that the PPA is seeking to create?
- Who does what, when and how?
- When does payment occur?
- What happens if things go wrong?
Day Two: Power Purchase Agreement Fundamentals
- Dispatchable and Non-Dispatchable Technologies
- Term and Extension
- Contracted Capacity & Energy
- Testing, Commissioning and Commercial Operations Commencement
- Tariffs – Capacity and energy charges, and other tariff mechanisms
- PPA Financing - “Bankability” and Lenders’ expectations
- Model PPAs and templates to consider
Day Three: The Plant Construction Agreement – Unpicking an EPC Contract
- EPC – the Engineering, Procurement & Construction model
- Construction & development obligations
- Construction phase risks
- Default and liability clauses
- Exclusion and limitation of liability
- Indemnity and insurance clauses
- Bonds and guarantees
- Liquidated damages for delay or under-performance
- Warranties and representations
- Force Majeure
- Claims and dispute resolution
Day Four: Fuel Supply, Implementation and Land Lease Agreements
- Principle obligations under each of the agreements
- Take or pay obligations
- Managing variations and other changes
- Transfer of ownership, assignment and novation
- Maintenance obligations
- Term and extension
- Operation phase risks
- Dealing with political risk
- Sovereign risk
Day Five: Negotiation of the Five Agreements
- Set a framework for negotiation of the agreements
- Balance the needs of the parties
- Key clauses to negotiate in a PPA
- Crafting an agile negotiation strategy
- Know your BATNA
- Focus on interests or positions
- Using preliminary commercial agreements to make progress with the PPA
- NDAs / Letters of intent / Heads of terms / Memorandum of Understanding - MoU
- Skills needed for effective negotiating
We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs:
- Classroom Training Delivery – Our traditional classroom-based training courses provide a face-to-face learning experience with subject matter experts. You’ll benefit form in-person interactions, hands-on exercises, and a structured classroom environment.
- Online Training Delivery – We also offer convenient live/online training courses that you can access from anywhere with a stable internet connection. These courses provided flexibility and allow you to learn anywhere, making them suitable for busy schedules or remote learning.
The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours who has successfully completed the training course.
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We value transparency and are happy to provide our instructor’s profiles upon request. If you would like to learn more about our instructor’s’ qualifications, expertise, and experiences, please email us at info@energytraining.ae.
Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.
Please contact us at inhouse@energytraining.ae to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.
We have multiple international training venues. You may find this through our website link: https://energytraining.ae/training-locations
Our training courses are held at our partnered hotels within the city included within our training
Yes, here are the following options we can offer to assist you:
- Corporate Discount – We can extend our corporate discount to participants staying at the same hotel, if we have any. Please enquire about the availability of this discount when you register for the training course.
- Nearby Hotel Suggestions – If you prefer other accommodations, we can provide a list of nearby hotels to suit your needs and budget.
Feel free to go through hotel booking platforms on the internet to find the most cost-effective for you.
No, we do not provide job placement services after the training course. However, we are confident that our training course equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance you career prospects and promote career growth. Our training course are designed to empower you with valuable skills and expertise to excel in your chosen field.
- Tuition fee for a 5-day training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training
- Meeting at a hotel venue corresponding to your chosen session
- Welcome food and drinks, AM / PM snack, and Lunch
- Digital course materials (e-Tablet)
- Course completion certificates
- Designing and administration of Pre-& Post Course Assessments
- Preparation of participant’s Performance and Appraisal Report, if required
- Issuance of Letter of Invitation for delegates needed visa processing, if required
- Tuition fee for a 5-day online training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training through live/virtual delivery
- An electronic copy of the training manual and relevant hand-outs
- Issuance of The Energy Training Centre e-Certificate of Completion
- Administration of Pre-& Post Workshop Assessments
- Link access of online platform acceptable to both parties
Certainly, we do provide corporate rates tailored for organizations seeking to enrol multiple employees in our training programs. To facilitate this, we encourage you to make a formal request via email addressed to info@energytraining.ae. We’ll be delighted to discuss and offer a suitable arrangement for your corporate needs.
Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at info@energytraining.ae
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- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
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If you register online, you will receive an e-mail on the same day confirming your registration.
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- Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
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Yes, we do allow registration transfers in the event that you are unable to attend the training course. To initiate a transfer, please send us an official email requesting the change. We’ll guide you through the transfer process and ensure a smooth transition of your registration to another eligible participant.
Our training course sessions are scheduled and posted on our website for your convenience. However, we understand that there may be specific requirement for your group. If you have a preferred venue and specific training dates in mind, please feel free to propose them to us by clicking on the button “Propose you preferred location & date” of your preferred training course.
Our course timings slightly vary between the cities we offer our training courses. Please let us know of your preferred course and session (dates/venue) through email at info@energytraining.ae. Alternatively, you may call/WhatsApp us at +971 50 746 0956.
We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggested a suitable course timing for all.
Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.
Our training programmes are designed to be concise yet comprehensive, focusing on professional development. The duration varies based on the specific course content and objectives – we normally offer programmes between 5 – 10 days. However, our emphasis lies in delivering interactive and engaging sessions that prioritize depth of learning within a condensed timeframe. This approach ensures participants acquire substantial knowledge and skills efficiently.
We have been assessed by TUV Rheinland Middle East FZE and comply with Quality Management System standards – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 29993:2017, ensuring a commitment to quality and excellence in our operations and services.
Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:
- Power & Utilities
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Institutions
- Government and Regulatory bodies
- Manufacturing & Production Industry
Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.
Yes, Energy Training Centre is an ILM Recognised Provider (ID# 002398B), authorized to register learners and offer training courses recognized by ILM. Participants seeking ILM Recognised Certification would need to complete an assessment post the ILM Recognised courses. ILM is a renowned provider of leadership and management qualifications, part of the City and Guilds Group. Additionally, our company is a CPD Certified Training Company, ensuring our commitment to continuous professional development standards.
