Client Alerts
EPA Paves the Way for Robust Renewable Fuels Production
On April 1, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) finalized its “Set 2” rule under the Renewable Fuel Standard …
April 6, 2026
April 6, 2026 • 6-minute read
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Vinson & Elkins represents refiners, developers, investors and technology companies in renewable fuel transactions, regulatory matters, projects and financings around the globe. V&E lawyers have a deep understanding of the market conditions and issues involved in the renewable fuels sector, distinguishing us from competitors.
Drawing on our market-leading experience in the renewables, downstream, chemical and infrastructure sectors, V&E’s multi-disciplinary team provides comprehensive service to our renewable fuel clients on all phases and aspects of their transactions and projects. Our lawyers routinely advise on financing, mergers & acquisitions, development, tax, intellectual property, environmental and regulatory matters related to renewable fuel projects and assets.
Chambers USA Projects: Power & Renewables: Transactional (Nationwide)
2019 – 2025
Infinium in the development of a power-to-liquids eFuels facility in Texas that will convert waste carbon dioxide and green hydrogen into SAF and other low carbon fuels, and in its $75 million project equity investment commitment from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst
Brookfield Renewable Power in its investment of up to $500 million in California Bioenergy, a leading developer of dairy digesters for generating renewable vehicle fuel and electricity
Southwest Airlines Co. in its $30 million investment in LanzaJet, Inc., a sustainable aviation fuel technology provider and producer with a patented ethanol-to-SAF technology
Stonepeak Partners in connection with its investment in Maas Energy Works, a leading renewable natural gas developer in the United States
LanzaJet in relation to the development of a sustainable aviation fuel project in the UK
Freepoint Eco-Systems in project agreements for the engineering, procurement and construction of an advanced recycling facility in Ohio with the capacity to convert 240 metric tons per day of waste plastic into naphtha, distillates and fuel oil
Biogas developer and sponsor in tax credit transfer transaction involving the negotiation of a biogas ITC tax credit sale agreement and related tax credit insurance policy
Modular Plant Solutions in engineering and equipment procurement agreements and licensing arrangements for modularized units for e-fuel facilities
CENAQ Energy Corp., a SPAC, in a business combination with Bluescape Clean Fuels, a private company specializing in the supply of gasoline derived from renewable feedstocks
Southwest Airlines in its Series A investment in SAFFiRE Renewables, a company that facilitates development activities for the production of renewable ethanol that can ultimately be upgraded into sustainable aviation fuel
Archaea Energy, an industry-leading RNG producer, in a joint venture with Republic Services Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, to contribute approximately $1.1 billion over five years in order to develop 39 landfill gas to RNG projects across the U.S.
Archaea Energy in its $215 million acquisition of NextGen Power Holdings, the owner of a portfolio of 14 operating landfill gas to power projects located in the Mid-Atlantic United States, from Riverview Investment Holdings, an affiliate of Castleton Commodities International
Macquarie Capital in the launch of Aerogy, a platform to develop, operate and invest in renewable natural gas infrastructure projects and in the development and financing of Aerogy’s anaerobic digestion based RNG production facility at a leading dairy producer in Wisconsin
Sinclair Companies in the combination of Sinclair Oil’s refining, renewable diesel and logistics assets with those of HollyFrontier Corporation and Holly Energy Partners, L.P.
Mercuria Investments in the $169 million acquisition of Beyond6, an alternative fuels solution platform supporting the decarbonization of heavy-truck transportation, from HC2 Holdings (now Innovate Corp. (NYSE: VATE))
Provided advice to a natural gas marketing company regarding the Federal Renewable Fuel Standard and Renewable Identification Numbers (“RINs”), and the implementation of a business unit involved in the purchase, sale and trade of RINs and other environmental attributes derived from the production of renewable fuels
World Energy, one of America’s largest suppliers of biodiesel, in a $50 million senior secured term loan facility
Private developer as project counsel in all aspects of the development and project financing of a renewable diesel production facility with a nameplate capacity of 100 million gallons annually to be located on the Texas Gulf Coast, including the negotiation of hydrogen supply agreements
A petroleum refining company in advice related to the utilization of excise tax credits for a new renewable diesel unit
Advising LNG producer on the generation of credits under the Renewable Fuel Standard in connection with production of renewable natural gas
At Vinson & Elkins, we bring decades of knowledge, skill, and experience to our clients’ most complex legal matters.
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Client Alerts
EPA Paves the Way for Robust Renewable Fuels Production
On April 1, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) finalized its “Set 2” rule under the Renewable Fuel Standard …
April 6, 2026
April 6, 2026 • 6-minute read
Events
Jenny Speck Speaking at the 19th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo
Partner Jenny Speck is speaking at the 19th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo in Nashville, Tennessee, on “Federal Tax …
April 2, 2026
April 2, 2026 • 1-minute read
Events
Lauren Collins Speaking at Solarplaza’s Asset Management Summit
Partner Lauren Collins will speak at the Solarplaza Asset Management Summit in San Diego, California, on Wednesday, April 1, at …
April 1, 2026
April 1, 2026 • 1-minute read
CLE Events
Navigating the Overturning of IEEPA Tariffs: What Happens Next?
The Supreme Court of the United States (“SCOTUS”) has overturned the tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act but did not decide on tariff refunds.
February 25, 2026
February 25, 2026 • 1-minute read
Events
Jenny Speck to Present to the CFAA Board
Partner Jenny Speck will join Clean Fuels Alliance America (CFAA) for a webinar discussion on the “45Z Production Credit” at …
February 17, 2026
February 17, 2026 • 1-minute read
Client Alerts
Material Assistance Guidance Released, Leaving Taxpayers Wanting More
On February 12, 2026, the Treasury Department (the “Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (the “Service”) released IRS Notice 2026-15 …
February 13, 2026
February 13, 2026 • 5-minute read
Client Alerts
45Z: All Throttle, No Traction
On February 3, 2026, the Treasury Department (the “Treasury”) and the Internal Revenue Service (the “Service”) issued much-anticipated Proposed 45Z …
February 11, 2026
February 11, 2026 • 8-minute read
Deals & Cases
Vinson & Elkins Advises SCF Partners on Close of $800 Million Fund XI at Hard Cap
Vinson & Elkins advised SCF Partners, an investment manager headquartered in Houston, Texas, on the successful formation and final close …
September 23, 2026
September 23, 2026 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Southwest Airlines Acquires SAFFiRE Renewables and Strengthens Focus on Sustainability
Vinson & Elkins advised Southwest Airlines Co. in the acquisition of SAFFiRE Renewables, LLC as part of the investment portfolio of its wholly owned subsidiary Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, LLC (SARV).
March 29, 2024
March 29, 2024 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Southwest Airlines Announces Investment in LanzaJet, Inc.
Vinson & Elkins advised Southwest Airlines Co. in a $30 million investment in LanzaJet, Inc., a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology provider and producer with a patented ethanol-to-SAF technology.
February 28, 2024
February 28, 2024 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Vinson & Elkins advised Pacolet Milliken, LLC, a sustainability-focused, family-owned investment firm, in its acquisition of 100% of Piedmont Green Power from an affiliate of Atlantic Power & Utilities.
January 11, 2024
January 11, 2024 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Vinson & Elkins advised Infinium in Project Roadrunner, a project to develop a Power-to-Liquids (PtL) eFuels facility in west Texas that will convert waste carbon dioxide and hydrogen produced from renewable power (i.e. “green” hydrogen) into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and other low carbon fuels, and also a $75 million project equity investment commitment from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst to support the development of Project Roadrunner.
November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023 • 1-minute read
Deals & Cases
Vinson & Elkins Represents Enbridge (US) Inc. in a $1.2 Billion Purchase of Seven RNG Facilities
Vinson & Elkins represented Enbridge (US) Inc. in a $1.2 billion transaction with Morrow Renewables for the purchase of seven operating U.S. landfill gas-to- renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities.
November 6, 2023
November 6, 2023 • 1-minute read
Firm News
Vinson & Elkins announced today that it has expanded its corporate and finance practices in London with the addition of leading practitioner Chris Taufatofua, who joins the firm from Milbank.
October 16, 2023
October 16, 2023 • 2-minute read