In recognition of the urgent need to address climate change, numerous jurisdictions have implemented initiatives to incentivize innovation in green technologies. These programs typically provide expedited patent processing, reduced fees, or other benefits to applicants seeking to protect inventions that contribute to mitigating the effects of climate change.
Aligned with this global trend, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), an attached agency of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), launched a program designed to foster the development and application of environmentally sound technologies. This initiative aims to stimulate ingenuity and accelerate the transition toward a sustainable future by encouraging inventors, researchers, and businesses to pursue patent protection for their groundbreaking green inventions.
By providing concrete support for the advancement of green technology, IPOPHL is demonstrating its commitment to mitigating the impacts of climate change and promoting responsible innovation.
In recognition of the urgent need to address climate change, numerous jurisdictions have implemented initiatives to incentivize innovation in green technologies. These programs typically provide expedited patent processing, reduced fees, or other benefits to applicants seeking to protect inventions that contribute to mitigating the effects of climate change.
Aligned with this global trend, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), an attached agency of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), launched a program designed to foster the development and application of environmentally sound technologies. This initiative aims to stimulate ingenuity and accelerate the transition toward a sustainable future by encouraging inventors, researchers, and businesses to pursue patent protection for their groundbreaking green inventions.
By providing concrete support for the advancement of green technology, IPOPHL is demonstrating its commitment to mitigating the impacts of climate change and promoting responsible innovation.
Key Benefits of the Program
Lower Costs
The program reduces the costs of protecting inventions and designs through fee waivers for patent, utility model, and design applications—allowing innovators to safeguard their work without financial strain.
Fast-Track Innovation
Qualified applications will be prioritized, enabling innovators to bring their ideas to market sooner and create a positive impact faster.
Boost Visibility
Innovators will gain recognition for their contributions to a sustainable future and attract investors aligned with their green vision.
OUR GOAL
Encourage local inventors to innovate green and sustainable technologies concerning adaptation to climate change, alternative energy production, transportation, agriculture/forestry, emission mitigation, energy conversion, solid waste management, and water and wastewater management.
Prioritize examination of applications from local applicants relating to green technology.
Provide an incentive program that advances the government’s initiative in climate change mitigation and sustainable technology innovation.
Support the global effort on climate change mitigation and sustainable technology innovation through WIPO’s efforts in promoting green patents.
OUR GOAL
Encourage local inventors to innovate green and sustainable technologies concerning adaptation to climate change, alternative energy production, transportation, agriculture/forestry, emission mitigation, energy conversion, solid waste management, and water and wastewater management.
Prioritize examination of applications from local applicants relating to green technology.
Provide an incentive program that advances the government’s initiative in climate change mitigation and sustainable technology innovation.
Support the global effort on climate change mitigation and sustainable technology innovation through WIPO’s efforts in promoting green patents.
eligibility
- Invention, Utility Model and Industrial Design Applications should relate to green and sustainable technology.
- For Inventions, Utility Models and Utility Design, the claims must be directed to a single invention, utility model, or industrial design that materially enhances the quality of the environment, or that materially contributes to:
- The development of renewable energy resources;
- The more efficient utilization and conservation of energy resources; or
- Greenhouse gas emission reduction.
- The application must be identified to fall under the Green Technology Classification Checklist.
How to Apply
03.
In Step 4 of Filing for a Patent, Utility Model, and Industrial Design, upload the GreenTech Request Form with the GreenTech Checklist.
04.
Your application will go through the Formality Examination. Please wait for the email update.
*The applicant must file a Request for Expedited Application under Green Technology together with the Request.
How to Apply
03.
In Step 4 of Filing for a Patent, Utility Model, and Industrial Design, upload the GreenTech Request Form with the GreenTech Checklist.
04.
Your application will go through the Formality Examination. Please wait for the email update.
*The applicant must file a Request for Expedited Application under Green Technology together with the Request.