“Green Tech Legal Collaborative: Providing Legal Support for Environmental Startups in Imperial’s Enterprise Lab”
The Green Tech Legal Collaborative (GTLC) has been recognized as the Most Effective Pro Bono Partnership in this year’s LawWorks awards for its outstanding support of environmentally positive startups in Imperial’s Enterprise Lab and Undaunted’s Greenhouse accelerator. The programme, which offers free legal advice to startups with environmental innovations, has been praised for its commitment to helping founders navigate complex legal and compliance challenges.
Dr. Simon Hepworth, Director of Imperial Enterprise, expressed his gratitude for the support of the GTLC participants, highlighting the importance of mobilizing top legal minds to assist startups in their development. The GTLC, launched in 2021, aims to help green tech startups at Imperial address a wide range of legal issues, from corporate governance to intellectual property protection.
The GTLC has seen significant growth since its inception, expanding its scope to include additional practice areas and welcoming new law firms to the initiative. The programme has provided pro bono support well in excess of £1 million and has helped numerous startups, such as Resting Reef and Moree, overcome legal challenges and build a solid foundation for their businesses.
The impact of the GTLC goes beyond just legal assistance, as founders have praised the programme for its professionalism, expertise, and dedication. Startups like Moree have benefited from subsidized rates for patent applications and valuable expertise from GTLC volunteers, enabling them to move forward with their innovative solutions.
Overall, the GTLC’s recognition in the legal community highlights the power of collaboration in the fight against climate change and the importance of providing support to environmentally positive startups. With the continued support of top legal professionals, these startups are better equipped to make a meaningful impact on climate action and create a healthier planet for future generations.
