CleanTech Patents in the UK – a new fast track
June 12th, 2009
On 12 May 2009, a “Green Channel” for patent applications was introduced.
The “Green Channel” is a UK IPO service which allows applicants to request accelerated processing of their application if the invention relates to a ‘green’ or environmentally-friendly technology.
To enter the Green Channel, the applicant should make a written request, indicating:
- that their application relates to a ‘green’ or environmentally-friendly technology and
- the actions they wish to accelerate: Search, Combined Search and Examination, Publication, and/or Examination.
That’s it. No further reasons will be required.
This service will apply to both new and existing applications.
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