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European Patent Forum 2008
Inventing a cleaner future: Climate change and the opportunties for IP
The drastic changes in world climate - which are taking shape in many forms - can no longer be ignored and the need to find intelligent solutions to mitigate the effects is obvious. That is why the European Patent Forum 2008 was dedicated to finding answers to the question:
- How can the fields of patenting and intellectual property support innovations that benefit the environment and counteract climate change?
This landmark event was the first ever international conference on climate technology and patenting strategies.
During its current EU Council Presidency, the Slovenian government is striving to promote the Lisbon Strategy, which underscores the importance of research and innovation and the development of a competitive business environment in Europe. Moreover, the Slovenian government considers it a principal priority to build on the recently adopted or forthcoming proposals of the European Commission and further the EU's leading role in addressing the "climate-energy package".
At the European Patent Forum 2008, participants
- were given a realistic assessment of the current environmental situation and future trends by leading experts from around the world,
- witnessed panel discussions on pressing questions, and
- took part in focused seminars outlining the details of patenting procedure that are relevant to climate technologies.
The European Patent Forum 2008 was made possible by a partnership between the European Commission, the Slovenian government, the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office and the European Patent Office.