Terms of Use

Updated on 11/19/2024

1. About these Terms

The objectives of these Terms are:

(i) To present the uses of the content available on the Amsel & Ara website (hereinafter “AA Site” or “Site”, accessible through https://amsel-ara.com (ii) To establish guidelines that ensure and reinforce Amsel & Ara’s commitment to complying with applicable laws.

2. About us

Amsel & Ara is an international specialized consulting firm with offices in São Paulo and Berlin. Our work encompasses delivering strategic solutions for companies across different sectors, connecting global knowledge with local needs. We combine expertise in finance, nature-based solutions, carbon, sustainability, ESG, corporate governance, and innovation to help clients implement responsible practices aligned with regulatory and market trends, promoting sustainable development and long-term value creation.

Amsel & Ara takes a proactive approach to the privacy of your personal data and ensures that the necessary measures are taken to protect privacy and security during your experience on our website and with our services, as explained in this Policy.

3. Our Mission and Vision

Mission

To forge transformative partnerships that empower organizations to lead a global shift toward resilience, equity, and environmental stewardship. Guided by integrity, our interdisciplinary solutions not only strengthen governance but also integrate sustainable, ethical practices at every level. Through targeted, measurable strategies, we help our clients achieve a regenerative impact across social, environmental, and economic dimensions.

Vision

To build the world’s first sustainable generation—where businesses, communities, and ecosystems thrive in harmony. As the go-to partner for organizations embracing transformative change, we lead by transforming challenges onto opportunities for enduring, positive impact rooted in trust, innovation, and ethical commitment.

4. Purpose of our AA Site

The AA Site has the following main purposes (“ Purpose ”):

(i) Information and Consulting: The AA Site aims to provide information on ESG, green finance, governance, among others, including consulting solutions and services offered by the company. The content is intended to educate visitors on sustainability practices, governance, and regulatory compliance. (ii) User Interaction: The Site enables direct communication between Amsel & Ara and users, allowing visitors to submit inquiries, request proposals, and participate in initial consultations about consulting services. (iii) Educational Content: The Site provides articles, case studies, reports, and other educational materials on ESG, compliance, and global trends; and (iv) Marketing and Outreach: Amsel & Ara may use the Site to promote events, webinars, courses, and other services related to our offerings, as well as publicize our institutional events;

In pursuing the Mission and to fulfill the Purpose, activities involving the processing of personal data may occur. We are committed to protecting the personal data of those who access the Site.

In this regard, we process personal data in accordance with the parameters established in these Terms, including full compliance with Law No. 13.709, of August 14, 2018 (“ General Data Protection Law ” or “ LGPD ”) and the General Data Protection Regulation (“ GDPR ” – European law governing data protection).

For more information on the processing of data carried out by Amsel & Ara, please refer to our Privacy Policy, available in our website.

We emphasize that these Terms deal exclusively with data processing in Brazil. For cases of data processing outside Brazilian territory, the provisions of the LGPD and the local laws where the data is being processed apply.

All content on the Site, including texts, graphics, logos, videos, and marketing materials, is protected by copyright.

5. USE OF THE SERVICES AVAILABLE ON THE AA SITE

Initial Considerations

Amsel & Ara, through the Site, aims to fulfill its mission and vision as outlined above. The Site also serves the purpose of providing clear and cohesive information about the services offered by Amsel & Ara to its clients and potential clients. These Terms aim to regulate the conditions under which Amsel & Ara provides the Site and how users utilize it. The terms “Amsel & Ara,” “ we ,” and “ our ” refer to the specialized consulting firm Amsel & Ara. We use the terms “ user ,” “ you ,” and “ your ” to refer to any person using our Site.

The use of the Site by the user signifies full agreement with these Terms and submission to them. If the user does not agree with the provisions of these Terms and does not wish to comply, we discourage the use of the Site.

6. Use of the AA Site

The user must use the Site’s functionalities in accordance with the purposes for which they were created. The user may not use any computer programs, algorithms, equipment, or automated methodologies to access, copy, read, monitor, browse, fill out forms, or publish content on the Site.

The user may not use any automated or manual means or tools to access any content or information that has not been intentionally made available by us, including information in sections of the Site and those stored or transmitted within the information technology infrastructure used on the Site, which includes equipment, networks, and servers.

The user may not violate or test the vulnerabilities of the security mechanisms of the Site or the information technology infrastructure used by us to maintain the Site. The user may not overload the information technology infrastructure that maintains the Site with an excessive or unreasonable number of requests.

The user may not use any of the content or information available on the Site for the purpose of identifying other users or other individuals unless the content or information is lawfully disclosed for this purpose.

The user registered on the Site or on platforms that Amsel & Ara makes or will make available on the Site is responsible for the use of their user accounts and must ensure that their login credentials (username and password) are not shared with third parties.

The user is responsible for ensuring the security of the electronic devices and systems they use to access the Site.

7. AA Site Content and its Use

The content of the AA Site is intended to fulfill the Purpose and pursue our Mission and Vision, allowing you to have a positive experience.

The content available on the AA Site is the exclusive property and ownership of Amsel & Ara, including the name “Amsel & Ara” (and other names and acronyms referring to our association), our brand, texts, images, and any materials provided in connection with our products, services, and/or events. The names of our partners, their brands, products, and services belong to our partners, even when disclosed on the Site.

You may not reproduce or use the content available on the AA Site in any way without our prior and express authorization. The use and/or reproduction of our partners’ names, brands, products, and services require specific authorization from their respective owners.

Thus, its use or reproduction – in whole or in part – for any purpose, including commercial, editorial, or republication on the internet, must be authorized in advance, provided that the source is correctly cited and within the conditions and limits established by law, notably the Copyright Law (Law No. 9.610/98).

To request authorization for the use or reproduction of Site content, contact Amsel & Ara: hello@amsel-ara.com

Since the content on the Site is varied and comes from different sources, the information regarding licenses and copyrights should be verified on a case-by-case basis. The user agrees to comply with all national and international laws regarding Intellectual Property Rights

The user agrees to comply with all national and international laws regarding Intellectual Property Rights

8. Social Media

Amsel & Ara uses social networks for the promotion and communication of its activities, including, for example, LinkedIn.

The content, engagement, and actions carried out on external social media platforms outside of the AA Website are governed by the Terms and Conditions of the respective platforms. Amsel & Ara advises the use of these platforms with caution and wisdom regarding your privacy.

9. Security, Responsibility, and Warranties

Amsel & Ara adopts security levels within the legal requirements for the protection of personal data. However, it is important to understand that, due to the very nature and technical characteristics of the Internet, this protection is not infallible and is subject to breaches by various malicious practices.

The Website is provided to the user as available. To the extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties and conditions of any kind, including but not limited to statutory and implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We also disclaim any warranties regarding (i) the reliability, timeliness, accuracy, and performance of the Website, (ii) the results that may be obtained from the Website, (iii) the correction of any errors on the Website, and (iv) any material or data obtained by using our Website.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, the user agrees that under no circumstances shall Amsel & Ara be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, brand reputation, use, data, or other intangible losses arising out of or related to our Website, these Terms, the inability to use our Website, or any other matter related to the Website.

In the event of a security incident involving your personal data that causes or may cause significant risk or harm, Amsel & Ara is committed to informing you of the incident and taking appropriate measures. Amsel & Ara will also notify the competent authorities if applicable laws (such as the LGPD and the Brazilian Internet Civil Framework (Law No. 12,965/14)) so require.

10. Modifications

Amsel & Ara may periodically make changes to these Terms at any time and without prior notice. Amsel & Ara stresses the importance of periodically reviewing these Terms. To assist you, the date of the last update is available at the beginning of these Terms.

By continuing to use the Website after any changes take effect, the user fully agrees to the revised Terms of Use. If the user does not wish to accept the revised Terms, they may discontinue using the Website.

11. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms will be governed, interpreted, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Federative Republic of Brazil, regardless of conflicts between these laws and the laws of other countries, with the courts of São Paulo, Brazil, having jurisdiction to resolve any dispute arising from this Policy. You expressly consent to the jurisdiction of this court and hereby waive the jurisdiction of any other court, regardless of how privileged it may be or become.