Archive – Other fields (2025)

In our legal practice, we review and prepare dozens of standardized contracts, terms and conditions, and other documents used by sellers – particularly in the automotive sector – when contracting with customers in the Czech market. While the saying “simplicity is beauty” certainly holds true, this p

The Energy Regulatory Office (ERO) has issued the long-awaited Decree No. 302/2025 Sb., which, effective from 1 October 2025, fundamentally changes the conditions for connecting to the electricity system. The amendment builds on the legislative packages Lex RES III and Lex Gas. Its goal is to releas

As the events of this year show, the growing cybersecurity threats have a direct impact on the automotive sector, which is increasingly becoming a target of cybernetic attacks. In principle, the more a vehicle is using data or electronic processes, the higher the risk of potential cyberattacks. We h

A new Czech law, Act No. 249/2025 Coll., on the Acceleration of the Use of Renewable Energy Sources, introduces the concept of so-called ‘acceleration zones’ into national legislation. 

The Czech biomethane market is about to change significantly from January 2026. The current system of “green” grants, which have been set on an administrative basis but failed to be widely used in practice, is to be replaced by an auction system. The auction system will be based on an “auction bonus

The Lex Gas Amendment marks a pivotal step in modernising the Czech energy sector and addresses current challenges related to the decline in coal-based electricity generation. It strengthens the powers of the Energy Regulatory Office (ERÚ) and aims to enhance Czech energy independence. Signed by the

The EU Deforestation Regulation is another crucial piece in the European Union's green policy puzzle, aiming to stop contributions to global deforestation and forest degradation.  The Regulation’s goals include protecting global forests, reducing the EU's greenhouse gas emissions, and curbing biodiv

In our latest post of the series on new energy requirements introduced by Lex RES III, we focus on a range of changes and new obligations for electricity and gas traders.  These measures respond to the collapse of several electricity and gas (“commodity”) traders at the end of 2021 and the beginning

The recent amendment to the Act on Supported Energy Sources, known as Lex RES III, will significantly affect many solar power (PV) plant operators and the operating aid they receive for producing electricity from renewable energy sources (RES).

The Energy Act has been modernised once again with the Lex RES III amendment, introducing new rules for electricity storage, consumption, and production management.  This amendment brings new opportunities for innovative energy services and new energy projects, aiming to increase efficiency in elect

The death of a loved one is a profoundly challenging time, testing the relationships within the family – between siblings, parents, children, and other relatives. In addition to the grief, the subsequent probate proceedings can intensify emotional turmoil among these family members. Recognizing the