Eversheds Sutherland advises Thames Water on five-year power purchase agreement
January 09, 2026
Eversheds Sutherland has advised long-standing client Thames Water Utilities Limited, the supplier of water to London and the South East, on a five-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with RWE Supply & Trading GmbH for power generated by the Camster onshore wind farm in Scotland.
The agreement covers an expected annual volume of 132 GWh of renewable electricity from the 50 MW Camster project, which is owned and operated by the RWE group.
The power and associated environmental attributes will support Thames Water in meeting its sustainability and corporate social responsibility goals.
The Eversheds Sutherland team advising Thames Water was co-led by Legal Director James Shawe and Partner Kiran Arora, assisted by Senior Associate, Rory Budworth.
James Shawe, Legal Director, Eversheds Sutherland, said:
“We are proud to have supported Thames Water on this important agreement, which underlines the company’s commitment to sustainability and the transition to renewable energy. This transaction demonstrates how innovative partnerships can help organisations meet ambitious environmental targets while ensuring long-term energy security. Our team worked closely with Thames Water to navigate the complexities of the PPA structure and deliver a solution that aligns with their strategic objectives.”
Xiang Cheng, Head of Energy and Carbon at Thames Water, said:
“Our purpose is to deliver life’s essential service, so our customers, communities and the environment can thrive. We’re committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and transforming the way we generate, purchase and use energy. This PPA agreement will help us manage future planning for energy costs, supporting our sustainability and corporate social responsibility goals. I would like to thank the Eversheds Sutherland team for their clear guidance and expertise throughout this process.”