Privacy and Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2026
Introduction
IAM PARIS respects the privacy of its visitors and is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.
The primary purpose of the IAM PARIS website is to provide information on energy system and climate-economy models, modelling results, datasets, and related applications that support research and policy analysis.
The content of this website is provided for informational purposes only. The developers of the platform, including HOLISTIC S.A. and EPU-NTUA, as well as supporting organisations such as the European Commission and the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), accept no responsibility for any use made of the information contained on this website.
Data Controller
The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data through this website is:
HOLISTIC S.A.
507 Mesogion Avenue
Agia Paraskevi, 15343 Athens
Greece
Email: iamparis-contact@holisticsa.gr
For any questions regarding this Privacy and Cookie Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact us using the details above.
Personal Data We Process
When you visit the IAM PARIS website, certain technical information may be processed automatically, including:
- IP address (in anonymised form);
- Browser type and version;
- Device information;
- Operating system;
- Referring website;
- Pages visited and time spent on the website;
- Date and time of access.
This information is used solely for the purposes described in this policy and is not used to directly identify individual visitors.
Legal Basis for Processing
The processing of personal data through this website is based on the following legal grounds under Article 6 of the GDPR:
- Legitimate interests (Article 6(1)(f)) for the operation, security, and maintenance of the website;
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a)) for the use of non-essential cookies and analytics technologies, where required by applicable law.
Visitors may withdraw their consent at any time through the website's cookie settings or by adjusting their browser preferences.
Website Usage and Cookies
The IAM PARIS website uses cookies that are necessary for its technical operation and functionality. In addition, the website may use analytics cookies to collect aggregated and anonymised statistics regarding visitor activity and website performance.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files containing information that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and can also be used to collect information about website usage.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow users to control or block cookies through their browser settings. You may choose to refuse all or some cookies by adjusting your browser settings accordingly.
Further information about cookies and how to manage them is available at www.aboutcookies.org.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website and some features may not operate as intended.
Cookie Consent
Where required by applicable law, non-essential cookies, including analytics cookies, will only be placed on your device after you have provided your consent through the website's cookie consent mechanism.
You may modify or withdraw your consent at any time.
Google Analytics
IAM PARIS uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to better understand how visitors interact with the website and to improve its content and functionality.
Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on the website, device type, browser information, and general geographic location. This information is used solely for statistical and analytical purposes and does not directly identify individual visitors.
IP Anonymisation
IAM PARIS has enabled IP anonymisation within Google Analytics. As a result, visitors' IP addresses are truncated before storage and processing, reducing the possibility of identifying individual users.
Opt-Out
Visitors who do not wish their browsing activity to be included in Google Analytics statistics may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available from Google.
Where applicable, analytics cookies will only be activated in accordance with the visitor's cookie preferences and applicable data protection legislation.
Data Retention
Personal data collected through website analytics and technical logs are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which they were collected or to comply with legal obligations.
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and the applicable legal requirements.
Data Sharing and International Transfers
IAM PARIS does not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose personal data to third parties except where necessary for the operation of the website or where required by law.
Where third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics, process data on our behalf, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure compliance with applicable data protection legislation.
Where personal data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), such transfers will be carried out in accordance with the GDPR and subject to appropriate safeguards.
Your Rights Under the GDPR
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data;
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data;
- Request erasure of your personal data, where applicable;
- Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances;
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests;
- Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent;
- Request data portability, where applicable;
- Lodge a complaint with a competent data protection supervisory authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact:
HOLISTIC S.A.
507 Mesogion Avenue
Agia Paraskevi, 15343 Athens
Greece
Email: iamparis-contact@holisticsa.gr
If you believe that the processing of your personal data infringes applicable data protection law, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority.
Links to Third-Party Websites
The IAM PARIS website may contain links to external websites related to climate, energy, environment, research, and other relevant topics.
IAM PARIS is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Updates to this Privacy and Cookie Policy
This Privacy and Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technological developments, or website functionality.
Any updates will be published on this page. Visitors are encouraged to review this policy periodically to remain informed about how their information is handled.