Privacy Statement

The Center for Energy and Economics Studies (CEES) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the data you provide when interacting with our platform.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of personal information:

  • Contact details: Name, email address (e.g., editorm.johnson@gmail.com), and institutional affiliation.
  • Account information: Username and password for registered users.
  • Submission data: Manuscripts, supplementary files, and metadata submitted during the publishing process.
  • Usage data: Information about your interaction with our website, including IP addresses and browser information.
  1. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data will only be used for the following purposes:

  • To facilitate manuscript submission, peer review, and publication.
  • To communicate updates regarding your submissions or account activity.
  • To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
  • To comply with legal or regulatory requirements.
  1. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:

  • To service providers assisting with publishing operations (under confidentiality agreements).
  • If required by law or legal proceedings.
  1. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and user experience. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies.

  1. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal information.
  • Withdraw consent to data processing where applicable.
  • File a complaint with relevant data protection authorities if you believe your rights have been violated.
  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact us:

Center for Energy and Economics Studies
Email: support@ceesus.org
Address: 1401 21st Street, Suite #5884, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA

  1. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Statement at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.

Effective Date: 12 December 2024