Regulation on environmental issues have become relevant, not only because of the magnitude of exploitation activities of natural resources, but also because of the gradual and sustained incorporation of other economic sectors to the compliance with environmental quality standards and other formal obligations (permits, licenses and declarations) with authorities of the corresponding sectors.
In this practice area, we have extensive experience advising companies dedicated to both the exploitation of natural resources (mining, hydroelectric, gas and oil) and the industrial, chemical, agriculture and construction sectors.
Furthermore, we have solid knowledge and domestic and international experience with regard to carbon voluntary markets and climate change issues, green financing, investment in conservation, and payment for ecosystem services schemes.
Practices | 2023 | - | - |
Environmental | Band 3 | - | - |
Testimonials
Band 3: Chambers & Partners — 2023
Estudio Echecopar - Baker McKenzie benefits from a full-service practice and international network to assist clients with all the environmental aspects of their operations. The team regularly advises clients on environmental risk management, certification issues and carbon trading. The department is also well placed to represent clients in green investments, environmental disputes and the implementation of sustainable policies. Shell International Exploration and Production and Samsung Electronics Peru are notable client wins.
Strengths "Baker McKenzie - Estudio Echecopar is able to provide sophisticated yet practical solutions to complex problems, offering business-oriented and timely advice. The environmental team has shown us that they can keep up with evolving markets and shares our business strategy and goals."Work highlights Baker McKenzie - Echecopar advised Total Nature Based Solutions on drafting, negotiating and implementing a joint development agreement with AIDER in order to be awarded the management agreement of three natural protected areas that compose the North Biosphere Reserve Project.
Practices | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
Environmental | Band 2 | Band 2 | Band 2 |
Testimonials
Band 2: The Legal 500 — 2023
The environment and climate change team at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International acts for high-profile international clients on environmental risk management, certification issues, the circular economy, water use and waste management, and the use of chemicals. In regards to climate change, it handles advisory matters, climate solutions investments and carbon market transactions. The team is co-led by Valentín Paniagua, whose environmental practice has a strong focus on the mining sector; Jorge Danós, who is the name to note for regulatory and policy matters; and Ina María Drago, who is recommended for environmental and risk management issues, along with sanctioning procedures. At associate level, intermediate Natalia Zúñiga is specialized in environmental policy and regulations, sustainable economies and political ecology.
‘The team stands out for the marked prestige of its partners and the high level of specialisation of consultancy in this area‘.
‘The practice of environmental law is strengthened by the very high level of administrative law of the lawyers of this office‘.
‘Advice is not limited to environmental regulation, but expands and introduces elements of administrative law that are essential to address problems in a solid way‘.
Band 2: The Legal 500 — 2019
"Is leading the way in climate change advice with its specialist environment and climate change practice group."