Green Patent Blog
"Dedicated to discussion and analysis of intellectual property issues in clean technology and renewable energy."
Author: Eric Lane is an associate at Luce Forward in San Diego.
Blawg Related Categories: Intellectual Property Law • Patent Law • Associate
Recent Posts from Green Patent Blog
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Biofilm, Bugs and Bioreactors: The IP Behind Coskata’s New Biofuel Facility
In a previous post, I wrote about Coskata’s patent-pending ethanol production process. The Illinois-based cellulosic ethanol company’s proprietary technology makes ethanol from various feedstocks by converting it to synthesis gas, or syngas, and then fermenting the gas using anaerobic microorganisms.…
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GreenShift-ing Focus to Pre-Grant Damages in Ethanol Processing Patent Suit
GS CleanTech Corporation (GS), a wholly owned subsidiary of GreenShift Corporation, is a New York company that develops technology relating to energy efficient ethanol production processes. GS owns U.S. Patent No. 7,601,858 (’858 Patent), entitled “Method…
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KIPO Announces Super Speedy Green Patent App Exam
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) recently announced that green patent applications are now eligible for “super speed” examination that provides examination results in just one month. The special examination procedure applies to patent applications directed to…
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Excluded Icon? ITC Opens Investigation Into Imported Toyota Hybrids
In a previous post, I discussed the complaint filed by hybrid drivetrain technology company Paice LLC (Paice) against Toyota in the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). In the complaint (paice_itc_complaint.pdf), Paice alleged that Toyota’s importation of…
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Global Battle Brews Over Green Building Eco-marks
The Green Building Initiative (GBI) is a Portland, Oregon non-profit that promotes green building practices. GBI offers an assessment protocol and rating system for environmentally friendly building design under the GREEN GLOBES mark. GBI is…