Analysis by the German Patent and Trademark Office on World Intellectual Property Day 2024 published

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The German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) has analyzed patent applications for renewable energy technologies, revealing a significant increase in innovation activity in the field. In 2023, 1,289 patent applications were filed for solar technology, wind power, and other regenerative energy technologies, representing an 18.6% increase from the previous year. The analysis also shows that China has become a major player in the solar technology sector, with a 108.9% increase in patent applications. Germany, meanwhile, has remained a significant player, with 117 patent applications filed. The DPMA president, Eva Schewior, highlighted the importance of patent protection in driving innovation and stressed the need for Germany to remain competitive in the field. The report also highlights the significant growth in patent applications for battery technology, with China and South Korea leading the way.