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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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