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Global Sustainability Consortium
Last Updated: January 28, 2026
Scope: Global Policy
Compliance: GDPR, CCPA Ready

At the Global Sustainability Consortium (GSC), we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy applies globally to all members, website visitors, event attendees, other stakeholders and whoever is using this website.

By using our Services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

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1. INTRODUCTION & SCOPE

Overview

The Global Sustainability Consortium ("GSC," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard the information you provide when you:

  • Visit our website GSConsortium.org
  • Use our member portal
  • Attend our events
  • Otherwise interact with us

Collectively, these are referred to as our "Services". This policy applies globally to all Members, website visitors, event attendees, and other stakeholders.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Data Collection

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with you or your organization ("Personal Information").

Information You Provide Directly

  • Membership Application & Profile: Organization name, contact details (email, phone, address), names and titles of representatives, industry sector, areas of sustainability interest, payment information.
  • Event Registration: Attendee names, job titles, accessibility requirements.
  • Platform Interactions: Content you post in forums, working committees, or directories; messages sent to other members; research or case studies submitted.
  • Communications: Records of your correspondence with us (email, contact forms).

Information Collected Automatically

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and pages visited on our site (via cookies and similar technologies).
  • Usage Data: Log files, pages viewed, time spent, links clicked, and other actions taken within our Services.

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from publicly available sources or our Strategic Allies (e.g., for co-hosted events), consistent with your privacy preferences with those parties.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Purpose

We use your Personal Information for legitimate business purposes, including:

Administer Membership

Provide member benefits and manage our contractual relationship.

Facilitate Networking

Enable connections via the Secured Member Directory.

Improve Services

Operate, secure, and improve our Benchmarking Dashboard and Innovation Lab.

Communication

Update you about events, newsletters, and relevant opportunities.

Impact Reporting

Compile aggregated data for our Annual Impact Report.

Legal Compliance

Comply with legal obligations and protect rights and safety.

5. HOW WE SHARE & DISCLOSE INFORMATION

Transparency

We respect the confidentiality of our network. We do not sell your Personal Information.

6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Global Operations

As a global consortium, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own, which may have different data protection laws.

Our Commitment to Protection

We ensure such transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission and other legally recognized mechanisms.

7. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS & CHOICES

Your Control

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access your Personal Information
Correct or update your information
Request deletion of your data
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent (where applicable)
Opt-out of marketing communications

To Exercise Your Rights

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We will respond within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.

Typical response time: 30 days or as mandated by local regulations

8. DATA SECURITY & RETENTION

Protection

Security Measures

We implement robust technical and organizational measures including encryption, access controls, and secure development practices to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

Retention Periods

  • Active Members: Retained while membership is active + 7 years
  • Event Attendees: 3 years from last event attendance
  • Website Visitors: Analytics data retained for 26 months
  • Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws

9. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

Tracking Changes

The "Last Updated" date at the top will indicate when changes were made.

Notification

We will notify members of material changes via email or a prominent notice on our Services.

Review Recommended

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. CONTACT US

Get in Touch

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Global Sustainability Consortium

Connect With a Global Alliance.
Reach the GSC Secretariat and tap into a worldwide network of sustainability leaders, with active collaboration hubs across the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.

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Email us for more informaton.

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This policy was last reviewed and updated on January 28, 2026

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