Welcome to the International Institute for Sustainability (IIS) website, a valuable resource for accessing information about the institution. By using or accessing this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these Terms of Use (“Terms”). IIS reserves the right to modify these Terms without prior notice. Continuing to use this website after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms. IIS may alter, restrict access to, suspend, or discontinue any part of this website at any time.

Intellectual Property Rights in Website Content; Limited License

All content, including text, images, logos, trademarks, and other materials on the IIS website (“site content”) is owned by the International Institute for Sustainability or used with proper permission under applicable law.

IIS grants you the right to download and print site content under the following conditions:

• You must comply with any specific terms or restrictions provided on individual website sections related to particular content.
• Use of the content is limited to personal, non-commercial purposes, or fair use in accordance with copyright law.
• You may not remove any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices included with the content.
• Modification of site content is prohibited.
• All printed or displayed content must include the notice: “© [insert year] International Institute for Sustainability. All rights reserved.”
• By downloading or printing content, you represent that you will use it in compliance with this license and will not infringe on the rights of others.

If you submit any content to the IIS website, you warrant that you have the necessary rights to do so. By submitting content, you grant IIS a non-exclusive, royalty-free, global license to distribute, modify, and share that content in all current or future media.

Copyright Complaints

IIS respects intellectual property rights. If you believe any content on this website infringes on your copyright, please contact IIS to file a notice of infringement in accordance with Title II of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). You can refer to the DMCA text at the U.S. Copyright Office website (copyright.gov).

Unmoderated Forums and Links to Other Sites

The IIS website may contain unmoderated forums where users share opinions and express views. These forums are not pre-screened, reviewed, or endorsed by IIS. Additionally, IIS’s site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only, and IIS does not control or endorse the content of linked sites. Use of any linked websites is at your own risk, and IIS is not responsible for any content or services provided by external websites.

Privacy

IIS collects and uses personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy. For details on our privacy practices, please refer to our Privacy Statement .

Choice of Law and Jurisdiction

IIS is based at the main campus in North Carolina, and any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or content posted on the IIS website, including disputes involving the use of the site or its content, will be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, excluding its conflict of law principles. By using the website, you consent to the jurisdiction of the courts in North Carolina as the exclusive forum for resolving any disputes.

Disclaimer of Warranty and Limitation of Liability

The IIS website, and any information, products, or services offered therein, are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. IIS does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the website or its content.

IIS does not warrant that the website will operate continuously, error-free, or be free from harmful components such as viruses. You assume all risks related to the use of the website, and IIS is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the site, including direct, indirect, or consequential damages, even if IIS has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

IIS is not responsible for any issues related to your ability to access the website. Any interruptions or limitations in website functionality are beyond IIS’s control and IIS disclaims liability for such issues.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless IIS from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) resulting from your violation of these Terms, your use of the IIS website, or your submission of any content to the website. You also agree to cooperate fully in IIS’s defense of any such claims.

Minors

This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. If you are a minor between the ages of 13 and 18, you may use this site only with the supervision and consent of your parent or legal guardian. Any other use by minors is strictly prohibited.

General Provisions

These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and IIS with respect to your use of the IIS website and supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral. Any additional terms posted on the website, such as privacy policies or other notices, are incorporated into these Terms.