Companies in this industry are facing a myriad of challenges as they navigate the journey towards sustainability. Technological, regulatory, and market pressures, coupled with rising input and capital costs, commodity price fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions are just a few of the obstacles in their way. While investment in renewable energy sources is increasing, rising emissions pose a risk of pushing carbon neutrality beyond the widely recognised 2050 deadline. To achieve sustainability, a massive overhaul of infrastructure, such as grids and transmission networks, is required, as well as the adoption of emerging technologies to ramp up energy storage. In addition, energy-hungry developing countries will continue to rely on fossil fuel power plants for the medium term as oil and gas companies diversify. In the resources sector, including agriculture, minerals, and timber, optimising processes through digitalisation, minimising waste, and managing ESG risks and responsibilities are key priorities. Despite the increasingly complex operating environment, there are immense opportunities for those who can rise to the challenges.

CDI’s Energy and Natural Resources Experts are highly experienced in risk mitigation and dispute resolution, having been involved in a wide variety of disputes across the industry globally. CDI’s experts have testified before courts, arbitration tribunals, and regulatory boards on every continent and in various international forums. With a team of experts possessing breadth and depth of knowledge, CDI can deploy the necessary talent regardless of location, language, jurisdiction, or forum.