Dan Howard

Dan Howard is a highly regarded partner at Jones Day, concentrating on energy and resources law. His practice primarily involves electricity, gas, mining, water, and utilities projects, where he has played a pivotal role in the development of some of Australia's most significant ventures. Dan has been instrumental in numerous acquisitions and sales concerning electricity, gas, mining, and infrastructure assets. He provides expert advice on project development, regulatory compliance, commodity contracts, and infrastructure arrangements, including those involving ports and rail. Consistently acknowledged by clients and independent directories, Dan's contributions have earned him recognition in the Australian Financial Review's Best Lawyers list multiple times. He regularly assists companies with renewable energy projects, aiming to achieve carbon pollution reduction through innovations in wind, solar, hydro, and battery storage technologies. His profound understanding of the Australian electricity industry aids clients in navigating the intricate regulatory landscape, ensuring all approvals and structures are compliant. Dan's extensive experience encompasses all forms of renewable electricity offtake arrangements, particularly those integrating energy storage solutions. Before his tenure at Jones Day, Dan was involved in high-profile projects such as the acquisition of the US$2.2 billion Kestrel coking coal mine. He also advised on complex rail joint venture arrangements between coal mine partnerships, successfully resolving multifaceted cross-security issues. Additionally, he contributed to solar and wind farm initiatives for the Brisbane Airport Corporation and various governmental bodies. Dan's academic background includes a Bachelor of Laws from Queensland University of Technology, where he also obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering. His contributions to the field are further highlighted through his writings and presentations on climate change, renewable energy, electricity networks, greenhouse gas emissions, ESG, and underground gas storage. With a career spanning over three decades, Dan Howard remains a significant influence in advancing Australia's energy and resources landscape.