Transformation of the Water Sector
Date published:
June 26, 2020
Innovation is critical to the future investment in the UK water industry, and the number of patents applied for provides an interesting indicator of just how innovative we are – or think we are!Which parts of the world are leading on innovation in the water sector? What more does the UK need to be doing to be a credible player on the international innovation stage?Future Water is pleased to launch a report prepared by patent experts, Derwent Clarivate that tells an interesting story about patent applications in the water sector, both in the UK and around the World.Read the report Here

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