Deep Technical Expertise in Renewable Energy and Clean Technologies

At Trenner Law Firm, we specialize in protecting the innovations that drive progress in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and clean technology. Our experience extends to energy and environmental patents, offering guidance on obtaining essential patents to safeguard these advancements in energy and the environment. Founder Mark Trenner brings a rare combination of engineering expertise and intellectual property law experience. This combination makes him uniquely suited to safeguard groundbreaking inventions across diverse industries.

Patents for Renewable Energy and Clean Technologies

Mark holds both a Bachelor of Science (BS) and Master of Science (MS) in Environmental Engineering. This education equips him with a strong scientific and technical foundation essential for working on patents in energy and environmental fields. His background enables him to understand complex innovations at a granular level. This ensures that intellectual property protection aligns seamlessly with technological advancements.

His career spans years of patent prosecution and strategy. He worked as outside patent counsel before serving as Senior Patent Counsel at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden, Colorado. While at NREL, he played a pivotal role in securing patents for pioneering renewable energy technologies. He helped scientists and engineers protect their advancements in energy and environmental fields.

Extensive Experience in Renewable Energy and Clean-Tech Systems

Mark has hands-on experience with systems, processes, and software tools in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and clean technologies. His expertise includes a range of advanced technologies such as:

  • Photovoltaics – CdTe and CIGS solar cells, organic photovoltaics (PV), concentrator PV, and solar cell technologies
  • Alternative Fuels and Energy Conversion – Fuel cells, wind turbines, and innovative biofuel advancements
  • Smart Infrastructure – Smart buildings and smart grids that optimize energy usage and efficiency
  • Energy Storage Technologies – Battery systems, grid storage, and next-generation power solutions

By integrating his engineering knowledge with patent law, Mark has successfully guided inventors. He helps entrepreneurs and research institutions secure robust patent protection for their innovative work, particularly with energy and environmental patents.

Patent Portfolio – Securing Intellectual Property for Energy Innovations

Mark has worked on numerous patent applications and issued patents within the energy and environmental sectors. A small sampling includes:

  • U.S. Patent No. 7,754,352 – Amorphous semiconducting and conducting transparent metal oxide thin films and production thereof
  • U.S. Patent No. 7,517,784 – Method for producing high carrier concentration p-Type transparent conducting oxides
  • …and many more patents across a wide spectrum of renewable energy and environmental technologies

His patent strategy expertise ensures that inventors maximize the commercial potential of their innovations for energy and environmental patents, securing comprehensive protection in domestic and international markets.

Commitment to Client Success and Innovation Protection

At Trenner Law Firm, Mark remains dedicated to providing strategic patent services to inventors, startups, research institutions, and businesses focused on clean technology and sustainable solutions. His engineering background and legal acumen make him a trusted advisor. He secures patents, trademarks, and intellectual property in a constantly evolving technological landscape, focusing on areas such as energy and environmental patents.

Whether you’re developing solar technologies, energy-efficient infrastructure, or next-generation power solutions, Trenner Law Firm is here to safeguard your innovations. We help you navigate the complexities of intellectual property protection.