FIP programme introduced

Amane has extensive experience in a number of project finance transactions and acquisitions in connection with renewable energy projects in Japan and other Asian countries. In addition to his broad knowledge of the complex regulations surrounding renewable energy, he also has a deep understanding of IPP business reinforced by his work experience in London at a major Japanese trading company. His clients include domestic and international energy project developers, investors, lenders, construction contractors, and utility companies. He advises, represents, and advocates on behalf of clients in a wide range of transactions in the renewable energy sector, including development of green-field projects, debt and equity financing, selling and acquisition of energy projects, and legal due diligence. He also has a wealth of experience in offshore wind projects from the emergence of offshore wind business in Japan in the mid-2010s, including advising clients in the public tender process under the Offshore Renewable Energy Act.

Qualified in New York and Ontario (Canada), Rafael has worked on cross-border financial transactions by both Japanese and international clients with a focus on real estate, project finance, construction & infrastructure, energy, renewables and natural resources. He has considerable experience with real estate and structured finance transactions by international financial institutions and sponsors in their investments in renewable energy and real estate projects throughout Japan under various subsidy and auction regimes.