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Europe’s green tech patenting lag: practical strategies for success.

GreenTech Patenting in Europe

A Practical Guide to Drafting, Filing and Litigating

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  • Paperback

    136 pages

  • Release Date

    17 March 2026

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Summary

In spite of massive financial commitments to GreenTech made across the continent, Europe is currently behind when it comes to patenting green technologies. Based on first-hand experience, Christian Köster provides practical tips and strategies for drafting, filing and litigating patents in green technologies.

Key Features:

  • Provides step-by-step guidance on the various parts of a patent document
  • Addresses common challenges with practical techniques for tackling i…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781035396429
ISBN-10:1035396424
Author:Christian Köster
Publisher:Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Imprint:Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:136
Release Date:17 March 2026
Dimensions:138mm x 216mm
Series:Elgar Practical Guides
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GreenTech Patenting in Europe by Christian Köster - ISBN: 9781035396429
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Critics Review

‘For companies investing in GreenTech, this book provides actionable insights to secure intellectual property, enhance competitiveness, and unlock new business opportunities in Europe’s rapidly evolving sustainable technology sector. It is an indispensable resource for those aiming to align innovation with SDGs and achieve long-term business growth.’ – Ryoichi Sugihara, Kaneka Corporation, Japan
‘Dr. Köster’s book on GreenTech Patenting in Europe provides a comprehensive guide to patenting green tech inventions in Europe, addressing the requirements of European patent law as well as the unique technologies that make up green tech, and providing valuable tips throughout.’ – Dorothy R. Auth, Davis Graham LLP, USA
‘As someone who has worked closely with Christian Köster and also with global companies developing green and sustainable technologies, I have found that Christian’s approach to GreenTech Patenting in Europe provides clear, concrete advice on drafting, filing, and litigating patents in this fast-moving field. Christian’s guidance is immediately usable — whether you’re preparing a patent application, managing a portfolio, or planning for enforcement. For practitioners and in-house teams alike, this book will be a trusted and timely resource.’ – Cary Levitt, Patent Attorney, USA
‘As patent practitioners, we find ourselves covering a wide range of technologies in many jurisdictions. Dr. Köster’s new book will be a valuable resource for us in understanding the unique aspects of GreenTech patenting and finding the optimal path for protection of our clients’ interests in Europe.’ – Daniel Kligler, Meitar Patents, Israel

About The Author

Christian Köster

Christian Köster is a European and German Patent Attorney and a Unified Patent Court Litigator based in Germany.

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