Energy Law | Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Agreements: Practical Insights for Long-Term Project Success
- Orin Shefler
- Aug 22
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 26
Operations & Maintenance (O&M) agreements define the rules that keep a facility running at its best, year after year from commissioning. They define how a facility is operated, maintained, and optimized, throughout its lifetime. Whether you are an owner seeking reliable output or a contractor managing delivery and operational risk, the right O&M framework can secure positive incentives, reduce downtime, and protect ROI. This guide draws on project experiences to highlight considerations for both the owner and the contractors, offering practical insights that can help avoid disputes and support sustained performance during the lifetime of a project.





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