Sophia Browning helps clients in the energy and utilities space navigate complex regulatory landscapes, structure high-value transactions, and manage related disputes. Sophia has extensive experience counseling clients on state and federal regulatory matters and emerging issues at the intersection of energy and technology in support of transactional, litigation, and regulatory matters.
On the transactional side, Sophia advises on the full lifecycle of energy projects—from development, siting, and permitting through commercial operation and sale. She structures power purchase agreements and other arrangements regarding procurement of power, handles acquisitions and divestitures of generating assets, and regularly advises on federal ITC and PTC tax credit transfers for renewable energy projects.
Sophia represents clients in complex energy disputes, including litigation arising from commercial and retail power purchase agreements, appeals of administrative decisions, and matters involving energy-sector regulatory compliance. Her regulatory background gives clients an edge in disputes where technical energy issues intersect with commercial claims.
On the regulatory front, Sophia guides clients through state and federal proceedings before agencies including FERC and state public utility commissions. She handles rulemaking participation, licensing, compliance counseling, and enforcement defense—helping clients proactively manage regulatory risk while advancing their business objectives.
Sophia brings a distinctive cross-functional perspective to emerging energy challenges. She is currently at the forefront of advising data center developers and large load customers on power procurement strategies, FERC interconnection issues, and state regulatory frameworks—helping clients secure the energy infrastructure critical to their operations.
