PRIVACY POLICY
Who we are
Our website address is: http://carboneers.org, which is owned and operated by Carboneers LLC, a Virginia, USA limited liability company (“Company”). This Privacy & Data Use Notice describes how information is collected, used, and protected in connection with the Company’s websites, events, media, and digital services.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where your data is sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Addendum
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Contact information (e.g., name, email address)
- Professional or organizational affiliation
- Event registrations and participation data
- Communications submitted via email, forms, or surveys
- Audio, video, or photographic recordings from events or media engagements
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data unless voluntarily provided.
2. How Information Is Used
Information may be used to:
- Communicate about publications, events, or initiatives
- Administer webinars, podcasts, or convenings
- Improve content, tools, and engagement
- Comply with legal or contractual obligations
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared with trusted service providers solely to support Company operations, subject to confidentiality obligations.
4. Data Retention
Information is retained only as long as reasonably necessary for legitimate business, legal, or archival purposes.
5. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
6. Your Choices
You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information via the ‘Contact Us’ page.
7. Updates
This Notice may be updated periodically. Continued use of carboneers.org constitutes acceptance of the updated Notice.
TERMS OF USE
These Terms of Use govern access to and use of carboneers.org and related digital platforms operated by Carboneers LLC.
1. Use of Site and Content
Content provided on this site is for informational and educational purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit content without prior written permission, except as permitted by law.
2. Intellectual Property
All content, trademarks, logos, and materials are owned by or licensed to Carboneers LLC unless otherwise stated/shown or as stated in Privacy Policy.
3. User Submissions
By submitting content or information, you grant the Company a non-exclusive right to use such submissions for legitimate business purposes, subject to applicable agreements.
4. No Professional Advice
Content does not constitute legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.
5. Third-Party Links
The Company is not responsible for third-party websites or content.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Carboneers LLC disclaims liability for damages arising from use of the site or content.
7. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
8. Contact
Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to Carboneers LLC via the Contact Page carboneers.org.
LEGAL AND ETHICS
Carboneers.org is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and respect for people, ideas, and the law. This page summarizes, in plain language, how we operate and what you can expect when engaging with our work.
Who We Are
Carboneers.org is the public-facing digital platform of Carboneers LLC, a Virginia-based, woman-owned limited liability company founded and led by Gyami Shrestha, Ph.D.
All activities on this site and across our publications, media, and events are conducted by and through Carboneers LLC. Names such as Carboneers.org and Keepers of the Lock Collective are operating names and imprints, not separate legal entities.
What We Do
Carboneers LLC works at the intersection of science, policy, systems innovation, and narrative change. Our work includes:
– Consulting and advisory services
– Research and analysis
– Publishing books, essays, and reports
– Podcasts, webinars, and audio-visual media
– Public and private events, briefings, and convenings
Through Keepers of the Lock Collective, we curate and publish narrative and collaborative work from diverse contributors.
Editorial Independence & Attribution
We value intellectual rigor and diverse perspectives.
- Works published under our imprints may reflect the views of individual authors or speakers.
- Unless explicitly stated, published opinions do not necessarily represent the views of Carboneers LLC.
- We retain editorial discretion to ensure accuracy, integrity, and alignment with our mission.
Contributors & Collaborators
Contributors, speakers, and collaborators participate through clear, written agreements.
- Participation does not create employment, partnership, or ownership rights.
- Contributors retain credit for their work as agreed.
- Intellectual property ownership and usage rights are defined in contributor or speaker agreements.
This structure allows us to collaborate widely while protecting everyone involved.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated:
– Content published on this site and under our imprints is owned by Carboneers LLC.
– You may not reuse or commercialize our content without permission, except where allowed by law.
– Some works may be licensed for broader use, with attribution, as specified.
Media, Events & Recordings
Our podcasts, webinars, talks, and events may be recorded.
- Recordings may be edited, archived, and shared.
- Speakers and participants consent to recording through participation or written agreements.
- Attribution is provided wherever reasonable.
Ethics & Conduct
We are committed to respectful, inclusive, and professional engagement.
We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior in our publications, media, or events. We reserve the right to decline participation or remove content that violates these principles.
Privacy & Data Use
We collect only the information reasonably necessary to operate our site, publications, and events.
- We do not sell personal data.
- Information is used for communication, participation, and improvement of our work.
- You may request access, correction, or deletion of your information.
Full details are available in our Privacy & Data Use Notice.
No Professional Advice
Our content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about our practices, content, or policies, you may contact us via the ‘Contact Us’ page.
We welcome thoughtful engagement and accountability.
By engaging with Carboneers.org, you acknowledge and respect these principles.