Joshua Bledsoe

Background

About Joshua Bledsoe

I advise clients on complex infrastructure and development projects, particularly those decarbonizing the energy and industrial sectors. I draw on my sophisticated industry knowledge to guide clients on all aspects of energy transition projects, including entitlement, environmental review, and financing. I help clients navigate projects involving: • Carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) • Hydrogen • Low carbon fuels, such as renewable natural gas (RNG), renewable diesel, ethanol, and electricity for mobility • Federal laws driving or influencing the energy transition, including the National Environmental Policy Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Act • State climate change laws, including California’s catalytic statutes and regulations, such as the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) and Cap-and-Trade Programs I devise sophisticated strategy for clients to monetize the low carbon attributes of their products or services under various carbon pricing and regulatory regimes, both in the compliance and voluntary carbon markets. I also have experience in the permitting and development of projects across various economic sectors. I have obtained federal, state, and local approvals for such projects, crafting innovative solutions to environmental and resource problems. I also represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in matters involving environmental liabilities related to real estate and business transactions, complicated mergers and acquisitions, and access to capital markets. As a recognized leader within and outside the firm, I co-steer Latham’s working groups on CCUS, hydrogen, and low carbon fuels and serve on the Advisory Council for Lawyers for a Sustainable Economy. Portions of this profile may constitute attorney advertising. Any testimonial or endorsement on this profile does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.