Last Updated: October 24, 2025

1. Introduction Welcome to the website of the London College of Energy Economics (“we,” “us,” or “our”) located at [https://LCEconomics.org] (the “Website”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website, including all content, services, and functionality provided through it. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

2. Eligibility By using the Website, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms (or, if younger, have parental/guardian consent).
• You will comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations while using the Website.
• You are not prohibited from accessing the Website under any applicable law or regulation.

3. Use of the Website 3.1 Permitted Use The Website is provided for informational, educational, and administrative purposes related to the London College of Energy Economics, including accessing course information, submitting applications, contacting us, or engaging with our services. You may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

3.2 Prohibited Use You agree not to:

• Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws, regulations, or these Terms.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, or any related systems.
• Use the Website to transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code.
• Engage in any activity that disrupts, damages, or interferes with the Website’s functionality or performance.
• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify any content on the Website without prior written permission, except as permitted by law or these Terms.
• Use the Website for commercial purposes unrelated to the services offered by the London College of Energy Economics without our express consent.

4. Intellectual Property All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, graphics, course materials, and software (collectively, “Content”), is the property of the London College of Energy Economics or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from the Content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use (e.g., printing a page for personal reference).

5. User-Generated Content If you submit content to the Website, such as comments, feedback, or application materials (“User Content”), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, store, reproduce, and display such User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Website and our services. You are responsible for ensuring that your User Content:

• Does not violate any laws or third-party rights (e.g., copyright, privacy).
• Is not defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate.
• Is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge.

We reserve the right to remove or modify any User Content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6. Account Registration Certain features of the Website (e.g., applying for courses, accessing student portals) may require you to create an account. If you register for an account, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
• Maintain the security of your account credentials (e.g., username, password).
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
• Accept responsibility for all activities conducted through your account.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we suspect fraudulent, abusive, or unauthorized activity.

7. Third-Party Links and Services The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media platforms, payment processors) that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of these third-party sites. Accessing such links is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review the terms and policies of any third-party sites.

8. Privacy and Cookies Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy [insert link to Privacy Policy] and Cookies Policy [insert link to Cookies Policy], which explain how we collect, use, and protect your personal information and use cookies on the Website. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in those policies.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties The Website and its Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from viruses or other harmful components. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.

10. Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by law, the London College of Energy Economics, its affiliates, officers, employees, or agents will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to your use of the Website, including but not limited to loss of data, profits, or opportunities. This limitation applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

11. Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the London College of Energy Economics and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, or damages (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

12. Termination We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at our sole discretion, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any conduct that we believe is harmful to the Website or other users.

13. Changes to These Terms We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Website functionality. The updated Terms will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the Website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

15. Contact Us If you have any questions about these Terms or the Website, please contact us at: London College of Energy Economics via our online contact form or by post at [124 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, UK]