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Building on renewable energy #1 - Solar power
Solar power is produced by the absorbing of the sun's rays by solar panels. The photovoltaic (pv) cells contained within the panels convert sunlight into electricity, which (after conversion into an alternating current) can then be exported to the grid or used to power the sites on which the panels are situated. This all sounds simple enough, but solar pv arrays can present some challenges from a design and construct perspective.
Read moreBuilding on renewable energy
2019 was potentially a significant year for the renewable energy industry. Record temperatures and environmental catastrophes highlighted the need to reduce carbon emissions and make greater use of sources of renewable energy, and political parties championing green policies saw – for the most part – their share of the vote increase both domestically and internationally.
Read moreThe risks of peer to peer lending
Insurers are on the watch for a potential increase in claims arising in 2020 from peer to peer lending.
Read moreHong Kong insurance regulation update - Regulator Codes of Conduct for Brokers and Agents
With effect from 23 September 2019, the independent Hong Kong Insurance Authority (the IA) will take over regulation of insurance intermediaries from the three existing self-regulatory organisations (the Hong Kong Confederation of Insurance Brokers, the Professional Insurance Brokers Association, and Insurance Agents Registration Board) and administer a new statutory licensing regime.
Read moreHigh Court rejects Part VII transfer - Prudential and Rothesay Life
High Court rejects Part VII transfer in Prudential and Rothesay Life case which had been approved by the regulators and blessed by the independent expert.
Read moreHow the “30 days period” to pay a claim in Latin America works in practice
Everyone dealing with Latin American claims will become familiar with the short deadlines imposed in these jurisdictions for paying a claim. However, how those deadlines are applied in practice can be a complex matter to work out.
Read moreLatin America insights - Ecuador
Ecuadorian (re)insurance claims have formed a part of RPC’s Latin American practice for some years.
Read moreThe Latin American challenge – a London market perspective
If the London market wants to maintain its leadership in the region, London reinsurers need to look at ways to improve direct communication with local players.
Read moreKey legal pitfalls of starting up: Protect your confidential information
Good commercial practice and robust contractual agreements are essential to safeguard confidential information.
Read moreKey legal pitfalls of starting up: Agreeing the deal with your co-founders
RPC advice on agreeing the deal with your start-up co-founders, including a list of key considerations, which can prevent expensive disagreements in the future.
Read moreKey legal pitfalls of starting up
Introduction to the RPC blog series 'key legal pitfalls of starting up' – a guide for Insurtech start-ups. Contains top-tips on legal issues.
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