Privacy Policy
ICTP Privacy Policy
Last updated: 3 March 2026
The Industrial CleanTech Platform (“ICTP”, “the Platform”) operates www.industrycleantechplatform.com, a digital platform enabling cleantech providers and energy experts to register, create profiles, and interact with ICTP resources. ICTP processes personal data in accordance with internationally recognized privacy principles including transparency, purpose limitation, data minimization, security, and user rights. For privacy-related inquiries, contact: info@industrycleantechplatform.com
1. Data We Collect
ICTP collects the personal data that users provide directly during account creation, profile completion, or interaction with the Platform.
A. Account registration data (all users)
Email address
Username
Password (securely stored in hashed form)
Country
City / ZIP code (where provided)
B. Cleantech provider data
Company name
Company website
Country and city of operation
Sector of operation (from predefined list)
Technologies offered (free-text field)
Description of business activities (free-text field, up to 1500 characters)
Company logo (uploaded image)
C. Energy expert data
First name and last name
Country and city
Gender (M/F/Prefer not to say)
Sector served (from predefined list)
Professional experience (free-text field, up to 2000 characters)
Areas of expertise (multiple-choice selection)
Profile image (optional upload)
D. Communications and interactions
Messages, inquiries, and support requests
Application status (submitted / approved / rejected)
Consent preferences (newsletter opt-in/out)
E. Usage and technical data
Collected automatically:
IP address
Browser and device information
Pages visited, time spent, and referral URLs
Uploads/downloads of knowledge products (.pdf)
Cookies and analytics identifiers
F. Any other voluntary data
Any information the User chooses to provide via forms, uploads, or Platform interactions.
2. How We Obtain Data
We collect personal data:
Directly from users via registration, forms, uploads, and communications
Automatically via cookies, analytics tools, and server logs
From service providers acting on ICTP’s behalf (hosting, analytics, email delivery, security)
3. Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases
We process personal data for the following purposes:
A. Platform operation
Creating and managing user accounts
Allowing providers and experts to complete their profiles
Displaying profile information on the Platform when applicable
Reviewing, approving, or rejecting user submissions
B. Communication
Responding to inquiries and support requests
Notifying users about application status
Sending newsletters and updates (with user consent)
C. Website performance and security
Maintaining and improving Platform functionality
Monitoring access, preventing misuse, and ensuring security
Generating aggregate statistics (e.g., number of registrations, sectors represented)
D. Compliance
Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations
Responding to legitimate requests from authorities
Legal bases
Depending on context, data is processed based on:
User consent
Performance of a service the Platform provides
Legitimate interests (improving services, ensuring security)
Legal obligations
5. International Data Transfers
Some data may be processed or stored outside the User’s country, depending on ICTP’s hosting and service providers. ICTP implements safeguards such as contractual protections, encryption, and access controls.
6. Who We Share Data With
ICTP shares data only when necessary:
Service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery, IT security)
Professional advisers (legal, compliance, audit)
Authorities, where legally required
In connection with organizational changes, subject to safeguards
We do not sell or share personal data for commercial purposes.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described or to comply with legal obligations. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Security Measures
ICTP implements appropriate technical and organizational measures, including encrypted transmission, secure storage, access controls, monitoring, and vulnerability management.
9. User Rights
Depending on applicable law, users may have the right to:
Access their personal data
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion (where applicable)
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., newsletters)
Request data portability (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
How to exercise these rights
Contact: privacy@industrycleantechplatform.com
Identity verification may be required. ICTP will respond within legally required timeframes.
10. Children’s Data
The Platform is not intended for children. Where parental consent is required by law, ICTP will seek such consent before processing.
11. Third-Party Links
The Platform may include links to external websites. ICTP is not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Users should review third-party privacy policies before providing personal data.
12. Changes to This Policy
ICTP may update this Policy to reflect changes in practices or legal obligations. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
13. Contact
ICTP Privacy Team
Email: privacy@industrycleantechplatform.com