Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions below (“Terms”) are applicable to Sequoia Climate Foundation’s (“Sequoia Climate Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) website, located at www.sequoiaclimate.org (the “Website“).

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].

Please read these Terms carefully before using the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you hereby agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

If you do not agree to these Terms of Use for any reason, please do not use the Website.

We may make changes to these Terms from time to time. We will post any changes to this page along with a notice at the end of these Terms of the last date that any changes were made. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes will mean you accept these Terms as modified.

USE OF THE WEBSITE AND CONTENT

You must be at least 16 years of age, or have parental consent if you are under 16, to use this Website. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement.

The text, videos, images, and other materials (collectively, the “Content”) on the Website as well as all trade names, logos, trademarks, and service marks (collectively, the “Trademarks”) displayed on the Website, are (a) subject to copyright, trademark and other applicable laws, and (b) owned by Sequoia Climate Foundation or licensed to Sequoia Climate Foundation by third parties.

You may not copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, frame, transmit, display, modify, prepare derivative works based upon, or distribute in any way the Website or the Content, or use any Trademarks, except that you may use Content owned by Sequoia Climate Foundation subject to our prior written permission or for your limited personal, non-commercial use. If you would like to use Content that is not owned by Sequoia Climate Foundation, you must obtain permission from the owner of such Content.

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Sequoia Climate Foundation grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, limited license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. All rights not expressly granted are reserved by Sequoia Climate Foundation.

You agree that when using this Website, you will not: (a) violate or facilitate any violation of any applicable local, state, federal or international law, rule or regulation, or the intellectual property rights or other rights of any person; (b) post or transmit any material that is defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable; (c) disrupt or interfere with the functioning of the Website or restrict or inhibit others from using the Website; (d) attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or any other accounts, systems, or networks connected to the Site.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This Website may contain links to, or may be linked from, third-party websites that are not controlled or operated by Sequoia Climate Foundation. We do not control, review, or monitor, and is not responsible for, the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites. The existence of a hypertext link to or from another website should not be interpreted as an endorsement thereof.

USERS FROM OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES

The Website is operated and controlled by Sequoia Climate Foundation in the United States. By using this Website, you consent to the transfer of data to the United States. Those who access the Website from outside the United States are responsible for compliance with local laws, rules, and regulations.

DISCLAIMER

The Website and its Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Sequoia Climate Foundation makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Website or the Content, and hereby specifically disclaims any and all such representations or warranties of any kind, including those with respect to fitness for any particular purpose. Your use of the Website is solely at your own risk.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

In no event shall Sequoia Climate Foundation, its affiliates or their respective officers, directors, employees, donors, grantees, representatives, or agents be liable to any party for any claims, liabilities, losses, costs, or damages under any theory, including but not limited to any direct, indirect, punitive, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with any access, use (or inability to use), or distribution of the Website.

INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sequoia Climate Foundation, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

GOVERNING LAW/FORUM

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any dispute regarding these Terms of Use or your use of the Website shall be resolved solely in the state or federal courts located in Orange County, California. You agree to waive trial by jury in any such action.

SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

CONTACT DETAILS

Any questions or comments about these Terms should be sent to Sequoia Climate Foundation at [email protected].

EFFECTIVE DATE

These Terms were last updated February 21, 2025.