Formation of energy cooperatives

Analysis of factual circumstances and selection of appropriate solutions

We meticulously analyse the factual conditions and select individualised legal solutions that ensure the lawful formation and operation of an energy cooperative in Poland. We tailor the appropriate solutions to the needs of our clients and support them at every stage of conducting energy generation activities. We support both large-scale projects and local generators intending to establish an energy cooperative, adapting our actions to the specifics of a given location.

Energy cooperatives – legal advisory at the preparatory stage

Our team offers a comprehensive examination of the factual circumstances of the forming energy cooperative, with particular emphasis on location-related conditions (verification of the location in terms of permitted areas), technical aspects (verification of the type of proposed RES solutions in the context of applicable regulations and required licenses, decisions, etc.), as well as economic and legal factors (drafting the energy cooperative’s statute, energy sale agreements, settlements, formal and legal documents, etc.). We also provide support during the process of preparation and registration of the energy cooperative in the National Court Register (KRS).

Creation of appropriate organisational procedures (internal procedures of an energy cooperative)

We also provide legal assistance in creating comprehensively described internal procedures, essential both for the establishment of an energy cooperative and for its effective and lawful operation. Our team also provides internal organisational recommendations aimed at optimising the activities of the energy cooperative, primarily from the perspective of the legality of its day-to-day functioning.

Advisory in the scope of relations with external entities

We offer legal assistance in drafting model contractual provisions for business relations with external entities, as well as ongoing advisory during the negotiation of specific commercial contracts. Our support allows local energy generators, as well as energy companies, producer groups, local government organisations, and RES associations, to build stable and lawful foundations for cooperation, which is of key importance at the stage of forming and developing energy cooperatives.

Notification of the energy cooperative to the National Support Centre for Agriculture (KOWR)

We assist in the procedure of notifying the energy cooperative to the register maintained by the National Support Centre for Agriculture (KOWR), clarify any doubts raised by administrative authorities, and ensure the completeness and compliance of documentation with applicable legal regulations. A crucial element of this procedure is the correct preparation and approval of the energy cooperative’s statute and the preparation of other formal documents.

Representation of energy cooperatives’ interests in the event of legal problems

We represent the interests of the energy cooperative at every stage of dispute or administrative proceedings, including in relations with business partners. We effectively defend the interests of the energy cooperative and, acting on the basis of applicable legal provisions, strive for the most favourable solutions possible in a given situation.

Analysis of changing legal conditions

The GJW Law Firm team continuously monitors the changing legal environment that may affect the operations of energy cooperatives in Poland. By utilizing our legal assistance, clients gain the certainty that none of the upcoming changes will catch them by surprise, and our team will adequately prepare the energy cooperative and its members for upcoming changes in the law.