Professional background
I advise on all aspects of the development of renewable energy projects from the planning permission phase through to the development, construction, financing and operation stages.
I have an in-depth knowledge of the continuously evolving Irish and European legislation regulating energy projects in Ireland; including the conditions governing support schemes available to energy projects and the rules governing participation in the Irish electricity market.
I previously acted as sole in-house counsel to Galetech Energy Developments Limited (“Galetech”), a large renewable energy development company with a portfolio of renewable energy projects in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Africa. I advised Galetech on matters affecting all aspects of its renewable energy projects including construction law, regulatory and environmental law matters. I also represented Galetech in judicial review proceedings in respect of its wind farms.
I regularly present lectures, training and workshops, for clients on a range of renewable energy law topics.
Awards & recognition
Authored pieces
Fieldfisher Corporate & Renewables team advises Simply Blue Group on major Irish offshore wind project
Fieldfisher advise Simply Blue Group on deal with Shell Partners to develop Western Star Floating Wind Project
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Feilim O’Caoimh Partner, Co-head of Corporate and Commercial and Head of Renewable EnergyBanking and FinanceCorporate and CommercialRenewable Energy
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Conor Folan Director, Corporate and Commercial and Renewable EnergyCorporate and CommercialRenewable EnergyTechnology
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Jamie Woodcock Senior Associate, Corporate and Commercial and Banking and FinanceBanking and FinanceCorporate and Commercial
What others say…
"Elaine Traynor is very responsive and tuned in to what the sector needs. She brings solutions and manages matters without drama."
Elaine Traynor is highly responsive and approachable, anticipates potential pitfalls and addresses them through experience and knowledge. Her manner in dealing with other solicitors works in the client’s favour. Her calm approach to all matters and her ability to provide clear and concise advice assists Projects in reaching their deadlines. She is always available to discuss any issue and the transparency in her billing is most helpful to any project as it can keep track of costs accordingly.
Elaine is very approachable, and always gives common sense, clear and concise advice. She has a calm manner and nothing is too big of an issue.