The energy industry is undergoing rapid changes as society becomes more aware of conservation, pollution, and the efficient use of costly resources. New ways to store and harness energy are being discovered and improved upon at an amazing pace. COJK has advised clients in a range of emerging energy technologies, including:
- Agriculture – Land Management
- Air & Environment – Clean Up/Safety, Monitoring & Compliance
- Energy Efficiency – Lighting, Power Control Systems, Efficient Buildings
- Energy Generation – Biofuels, Fuel Cells, Hydro/Marine, Nuclear Fuel, Solar Cells, Wind Farms
- Energy Storage – Advanced Batteries, Fuel Cells, Hybrid Systems
- Manufacturing/Industrial – Advanced Packaging, Monitoring & Control Systems
- Materials – Nano
- Recycling & Waste – Recycling, Waste Treatment
- Transportation – Logistics, Nuclear Fuel, Vehicles/Fuels
- Water & Wastewater – Anaerobic Treatment Process, Wastewater Treatment
Our attorneys hold degrees in chemistry, biology, electrical engineering, computer science, and mechanical engineering, including many advanced degrees. This academic background, combined with a depth of industry experience, provides the strong technical foundation that allows us to align our clients’ intellectual property needs with the required technical and legal skills. Specific examples of our work in the cleantech area include:
- Conversion of animal fat into biodiesel
- Cellulosic and other biomass production
- Tidal energy capture technology
- Methanol fuel cells
- Smart power grids and efficient control systems for power stations
- Hybrid motors and control systems
- Hydrogen storage fuel cells
- Large-scale wind generators
- Development of synthetic enzymes for biofuels
- Nanophotonics
- Development of photovoltaic cells
- Algae-based biofuel technology