Energy & utilities

Powering Britain’s Future

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Cluttons’ energy and utilities team is at the forefront of enabling energy infrastructure to support a carbon-zero economy. We work with leading industry suppliers to modernise the grid, facilitating bidirectional energy flow and rejuvenating infrastructure that is no longer fit for purpose.

The speed of pace required to keep up with new technologies, overlaid with concerns around keeping the lights on for the UK mean that specialised real estate knowledge for the sector is crucial.

Property experts in UK infrastructure

Our unique position sees us working on both the demand and supply side of energy & utilities, including Tier 1 contractors, in the following areas:

  • Power and substations
  • Renewable energy
  • Flood defence
  • Battery storage
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Data centres
  • Water and wastewater supplies

Comprehensive services

Our extensive range of services includes:

  • Civil and structural engineering
  • CAD drawings
  • Coordination of electrical works and cabling
  • Site supervision and inspections
  • Land acquisition
  • Architecture and design
  • Project management
  • Contract administration
  • Compulsory purchase and compensation
  • Wayleaves & easements
  • Asset/estates management
  • Data consultancy
  • Business rates
  • Valuation

At Cluttons, we’re committed to helping Britain meet its energy needs while transitioning to a sustainable, carbon-zero future.

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Utility sites flood risk assessed

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Utility sites under design and build

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Ian Paton

Partner, building surveying

Oxford

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Ian Paton
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John Giles

Partner, building surveying

Oxford

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Miriam Ortega

Head of CAD design team

Oxford

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Chris Jakes

Partner, head of lease advisory and compulsory purchase

Head office

T +44 (0) 7970 540 121
Chris Jakes, partner - CPO and lease advisory, Cluttons

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