Last updated: 30 August 2026
1. Who we are and scope
Syrian Renewables is an independent platform for data, analysis and specialist content on Syria’s energy sector, operated by an entity registered in Norway under organisation number 920833128. This policy applies to syrianrenewables.com and affiliated services that expressly link to it. For applicable data-protection law, including the GDPR where applicable, the entity operating Syrian Renewables acts as controller for personal data we collect directly. Contact: khaled.alassad@syrianrenewables.com.
2. Data we collect
We follow a data-minimisation approach. We may collect technical data needed to operate and secure the website, such as IP address, browser/device information and request logs. We may also collect information you voluntarily provide when contacting us, subscribing to a newsletter, submitting a form or completing a survey, such as your name, email, organisation and the content you submit. We do not seek sensitive personal data unless it is necessary for a specific, clearly stated purpose.
3. How and why we use data
We use personal data to operate and secure the website, respond to enquiries, deliver newsletters you requested, manage surveys, services and submissions, improve usability, prevent abuse and comply with legal obligations. Depending on the context, processing is based on consent, our legitimate interests in running a secure and effective platform, performance of a requested service, or a legal obligation. Survey responses may be used for research and analysis; personal survey data will only be published in aggregated or anonymised form unless you expressly agree otherwise. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
4. Cookies and service providers
We may use essential cookies and technical logs required for functionality and security. Embedded services or measurement tools may use cookies or similar technologies under their own policies; where consent is legally required, we will seek it. Trusted providers may include Vercel for hosting and delivery, Sanity for content management, Kit/ConvertKit for newsletters, and Tally for surveys. These providers may process data on our behalf under their terms and applicable agreements. External links and third-party services are governed by their own privacy policies.
5. Sharing and international transfers
We do not sell or rent personal data. We disclose it only to service providers needed to operate our services, to professional advisers or authorities where legally required, or with your consent. Some providers may process data outside Norway or the European Economic Area; where required, appropriate transfer safeguards are used.
6. Retention and security
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected or to meet legal obligations. Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe or the relevant lawful need ends; correspondence and technical logs are retained for reasonable periods based on operational and security needs. We apply appropriate technical and organisational safeguards, but no electronic system can be guaranteed completely secure.
7. Your rights
Subject to applicable law, you may have rights to access, correct, erase, restrict or receive your personal data, object to certain processing, and withdraw consent. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails through the link provided in each message. To exercise your rights, contact us at the email above. You may also lodge a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet).
8. Changes
We may update this policy when our services or legal requirements change. The revised version will be published on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the website does not limit any rights granted to you by law.