Lexology Masterclass - Why intellectual property could be the key to a successful energy transition

Leading international intellectual property firm, Marks & Clerk is delighted to bring together four thought leaders in energy IP to discuss the steps businesses need to take to achieve a successful transition to renewable fuel.

Nations around the world have made high profile commitments to shift to their energy supply mix from conventional to renewable sources. The so-called Energy Transition is underway and consumers, investors and the media are watching closely. For business in the energy supply chain, this transition presents an arguably unprecedented opportunity to enter new markets such as wind, solar, hydrogen and carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS). For business in the renewable sector, partnerships with conventional energy companies may be the key to increasing growth. Intellectual property (IP) can provide both an opportunity and a risk for companies seeking to expand.

During this masterclass, we will discuss key considerations that companies and market players should be aware of as they look to secure their lucrative share of new markets as a result of the energy transition, including:

• what we can learn from patent filing trends across transition sectors;
• how to plan your filing programs for specific technologies;
• making the most of due diligence of existing IP rights;
• what to look out for when considering freedom to operate;
• how to get the most from partnerships and collaborations;
• what can we learn from rebranding and “greenwashing”; and
• success stories and best IP practice for the next era of energy.