“Impact of intellectual property on green innovation: Trainee teacher Yevgenia Lytvynenko explores key strategies at Ukrainian IP Week 2024”

On April 22, 2024, Yevgeniya Lytvynenko, a teaching intern at the Department of Criminal Law and Procedure, attended an important event within the framework of the Ukrainian Intellectual Property Week 2024 (IP WEEK 2024). The discussion platform “Talking about my idea,” hosted by the National IP & Innovations Hub and TISK in Ukraine, focused on the theme of “Sustainable Development, Intellectual Property, and a ‘Green’ Future.” Participants explored how intellectual property is crucial in implementing innovative and creative solutions that are central to shaping a sustainable future. Renowned experts deliberated on the effective utilization of intellectual property tools to foster environmental innovations and facilitate the adoption of green technologies. The discussions also touched upon the latest trends in the energy and climate dimensions of innovative development. Leaders from top companies and organizations shared their practical experiences in managing intellectual property rights within the realm of green innovations. They provided case studies detailing the legal aspects of pioneering developments in eco-friendly technologies. Significant attention was devoted to crafting an effective IP strategy to advance eco-business. Experts stressed the importance of a balanced approach that integrates the protection of intellectual property rights with the accessibility of green technologies to promote sustainable growth. The forum also tackled issues related to international cooperation, the licensing of environmental technologies, and the harmonization of the legal framework in this sector. Experts emphasized the necessity of creating a conducive environment for the transfer of green innovations on both national and global scales. In conclusion, the participants concurred that a holistic approach combining intellectual property tools, environmental innovations, and international collaboration is essential for facilitating humanity’s successful transition to a green future and achieving the objectives of sustainable development.