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Geothermal Energy: Germany’s Potential for Carbon-Neutral Heating

Geothermal Energy: Germany’s Potential for Carbon-Neutral Heating 

Geothermal energy is being hailed as a promising solution for renewable heating in Germany, with significant potential to reduce carbon emissions. Munich, home to the famous Oktoberfest, is utilising geothermal energy by extracting hot water from underground sources beneath the fairground, powering a massive geothermal plant that supplies heat to around 80,000 local residents. This hidden energy source has gained attention as Germany grapples with how to transition away from gas-fired boilers in new homes, a move aimed at curbing CO2 emissions from the heating sector.  More…

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Apple Vision Pro: The patents behind the technology

Apple Vision Pro: The patents behind the technology

After years of rumours and speculation, Apple has finally unveiled its much anticipated mixed-reality headset. Called the Apple Vision Pro, it supports both AR and VR applications and is being named the most advanced personal electronics device ever, with over 5,000 patents filed related to it. It’s a new type of product that blends the digital and real world, allowing users to control everything using their eyes, hands and voice rather than holding physical controllers, introducing us to “spatial computing”. It uses micro-OLED technology to pack 23 million pixels into two displays. The device has twelve cameras, five sensors, and six microphones and is powered by Apple’s M2 chip and also has a new R1 chip. Years of innovation and R&D have gone into developing this breakthrough technology, let’s take a look at some of the patents that made it happen. More…

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World Ocean Day: Protecting and restoring coral reefs

World Ocean Day: Protecting and restoring coral reefs 

 

World Ocean Day takes place annually on the 8th of June and aims to unite and rally the world to protect and restore our planet. The Day supports collaborative conservation, working with its global network of youth and organisational leaders in over 150 countries. Coral reefs are one of the most diverse and important ecosystems on Earth. They provide food and shelter for a wide variety of marine life, and they also play a vital role in protecting coastlines from erosion. However, coral reefs are under threat from global warming and need to be protected and restored.  More…

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Innovations for sustainable development

Innovations for sustainable development

The 21st of April marks World Creativity and Innovation Day, a day to celebrate and promote creativity and innovation as drivers of positive change. This day is especially relevant in the context of sustainable development, where creative solutions are needed to address the complex challenges of promoting economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability.

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Egg-ceptional Inventions: How Patents Have Transformed Easter Traditions!

Egg-ceptional Inventions: How Patents Have Transformed Easter Traditions! 

Easter has long been associated with Easter bunnies and egg painting. These traditions date to ancient pagan festivals that celebrated the arrival of spring and new life. Today, these symbols have become an integral part of the modern celebration of Easter. In light of the Easter holiday that took place earlier this week, we shed light on some patented inventions that allowed the Easter Bunny to thrive.    More…

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St. Patrick’s Day patents

St. Patrick’s Day patents 

St. Patrick’s Day is a popular cultural celebration that takes place every year on the 17th of March. It is a day to honour the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick, and is widely celebrated around the world. But did you know that there are several patents related to St. Patrick’s Day? Whatever your plans are for this St Patrick’s Day, it’s worth taking a look at some of the patents related to this festive holiday. From green beer to shamrock-shaped glasses, there are plenty of interesting inventions that have been patented over the years.  More…

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The Role of Patents in the Food Industry

The Role of Patents in the Food Industry

In recent years, the food industry has experienced significant growth in innovation as new technologies and research are constantly emerging. One critical aspect of food innovation is the protection of intellectual property through patents. This has led to an increase in patent filings for food-related inventions, including new ingredients, packaging, production methods, and more. As the food industry continues to grow and evolve, the role of patents in protecting food innovation will become increasingly important. This blog post will shed some light on some of the most intriguing inventions in the field of food innovation.

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3D Printing and Patents: A Guide

3D Printing and Patents: A Guide

3D printing technology has revolutionized the way we manufacture products, from everyday household items to complex machinery parts. It has created a new industry and has the potential to change the way we live and work. However, as with any new technology, the question of intellectual property rights arises, particularly in terms of patents. In this blog post, we’ll explore the interplay between 3D printing and patents and what it means for businesses and individuals. More…

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Innovations paving the way for wetland restoration

Innovations paving the way for wetland restoration

World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on the 2nd of February to raise awareness about wetlands and the important role they play in our planet’s ecosystem. We are losing wetlands three times faster than forests, nearly 90% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded since the 1700s, with 35% of the world’s wetlands disappearing in the last 50 years. Wetlands are critically important ecosystems that contribute to biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation, freshwater availability, world economies and more. Innovators worldwide are now finding ways to restore and protect key areas and reverse their rapid loss. More…

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