Ana Clara works at the legal architecture of energy transition projects, carbon markets and commercial contracts, advising clients in the energy sector and high-emission industries on decarbonization projects and strategic contractual structures

Her practice includes regulatory analysis, risk management and support to clients in complying with both voluntary and regulated carbon markets, as well as in the development of new energy projects

Experience

Ana Clara advises clients on the legal structuring of energy transition projects, supporting companies in the energy sector and carbon-intensive industries in the implementation of decarbonization initiatives. Her work involves the assessment of business models and regulatory frameworks applicable to low-carbon fuels, hydrogen, biomethane and carbon capture and geological storage projects, with a focus on their legal and regulatory feasibility

Since the early stages of the main public policy and regulatory initiatives related to decarbonization in Brazil, she has closely followed the development of this framework, contributing to the strategic positioning of companies and to the preparation of analyses and submissions in advocacy efforts and public consultations. In the transactional field, she has experience in the drafting and negotiation of commercial and corporate agreements, as well as in providing ongoing corporate advice to companies

Specialties

Sectors: Decarbonization / Energy / Infrastructure

Areas of Practice: Commercial Contracts / Regulatory and Public Policies / Sustainability

Qualifications

• Law Degree, Fundação Getúlio Vargas - FGV

Alliances and Associations

• Brazilian Bar Association (OAB), Rio de Janeiro Section
• Latin American Climate Lawyers Initiative for Mobilizing Action (LACLIMA)

Languages

Portuguese, English, German