Lex Mundi Energy and Environmental Practice Groups Joint Meeting

London
5-6 March 2026

Don’t forget! The Lex Mundi 2026 Energy and Environmental Practice Groups Joint Meeting is meeting in London on March 05–06, 2026.

Hosted by Baker Botts L.L.P., this 1.5-day program will be held at the firm’s London office and feature dynamic discussions on the latest developments shaping Energy and Environmental law.

We are pleased to highlight two keynote speakers who will headline Thursday’s program:
•    Carlos Bellorin, Executive Vice President, Welligence Energy Analytics, will address: “What will need to change or happen in Venezuela from an economic and regulatory perspective so that oil and gas activity will be successful?”
•    Ms. Olivia Powis, Chief Executive Officer, Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), will deliver a keynote address on carbon capture and storage developments.

The Thursday session is open to London-based corporate counsel. If you would like to invite a client, please contact Lauren Smith.

We hope you’ll join us in London for what promises to be a timely and engaging meeting. If you haven’t registered yet, we encourage you to do so soon.

Program Highlights

The Practice Group leadership have curated an exciting program of relevant topics and valuable discussions to be led by legal experts including:

Thursday Sessions (Clients Invited):

• Keynote speakers Carlos Bellorin and Ms. Olivia Powis.

• International Climate Change Litigation: Current Developments and Future Directions

• International Trade & Tariff Connections Related to Energy & Environmental (including supply chain issues, critical minerals, etc.)

• Energy Transition Demand and National Security: Legal and Regulatory Challenges 

Friday Energy Track Program (Members Only)

• Critical Minerals: Geopolitics, Investment, & Legal Hurdles
• Renewables, including Off-shore Wind Farm Projects
• LNG Global Outlook

Friday Environmental Track Program: (Members Only)

• Climate Change / Status of US Rules (Endangerment Finding / GHG Reporting) / International Regulatory Actions/COP 30; CSRD)
• Incident Response & Insurance / Cost Recovery Issues for Major Environmental Incidents
• International & National Approaches to PFAS

Experience London  

The meeting kicks off with lunch on Thursday at host firm Baker Botts followed by an afternoon of programming. Clients are invited to our Thursday afternoon session and dinner. Thursday evening features a cocktail reception at the firm and dinner at the nearby COYA City. A destination restaurant, COYA is recognized for blending vibrant Peruvian flavours with refined service, dramatic interiors, and an unmistakable energy.

Friday begins with a light breakfast at Baker Botts followed by morning practice group sessions. As we have in past years, the groups will meet separately to discuss relevant topics. The meeting concludes with an offsite group lunch at Keepers Kitchen, a vibrant, casual European-style bistro experience with a mix of modern British classics in the heart of London.

Where to stay

For your convenience, below are hotel options suggested by the firm for members wishing to stay near the Baker Botts London office.

• Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge

  10 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4AJ

  Approx. 0.7–1.0 km | 8–12 minute walk

  A luxury hotel located near Tower Hill and Tower Bridge.

• The Ned London
  27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ
  Approx. 1.3–1.6 km | 15–20 minute walk
  A distinctive boutique hotel housed in a historic landmark building near Bank.

• Andaz London Liverpool Street
  40 Liverpool Street, London EC2M 7QN
  Approx. 1.8–2.1 km | 20–25 minute walk
  A modern upscale hotel adjacent to Liverpool Street Station with excellent transport connections.

• The Westin London City
  60 Upper Thames Street, London EC4V 3AD
  Approx. 2.0–2.4 km | 25–30 minute walk
  A contemporary hotel on the Thames with wellness-focused amenities.

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Smith or Stephanie Ramirez.