Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
Found Energy is a clean technology company pioneering aluminum as a carbon-free, energy-dense alternative to fossil fuels. Founded by former NASA scientist and MIT PhD Peter Godart, and backed by world-class investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, Munich RE, Closed Loop Partners, and others, Found Energy is committed to deploying aluminum fuel technology at scale.
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors of found-industries.com/energy, subscribers to our newsletter, job applicants, research collaborators, investors, and partners who interact with us.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Newsletter subscribers: Name and email address when you sign up to follow our journey
- Contact form inquiries: Name, email, company, and message content
- Career applicants: CV/resume, work history, education, references, and any other information submitted during the hiring process
- Partners & investors: Business name, contact details, and professional information shared during due diligence or partnership discussions
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, time on site, and navigation path
- Referring website or search engine
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Cookies and similar tracking identifiers
2.3 Information from Third Parties
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Advertising and campaign partners
- Investor relations platforms
- Social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, where we maintain a company presence)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|
| Communications | Responding to enquiries, sending newsletters and technology updates |
| Recruitment | Reviewing job applications, conducting interviews and background checks |
| Research & Development | Collaborating with academic, government, and commercial partners |
| Investor Relations | Sharing company updates, funding disclosures, and reporting |
| Website Improvement | Analysing usage patterns to improve content and user experience |
| Legal Compliance | Meeting regulatory, tax, export control, and reporting obligations |
| Security | Detecting fraud, protecting IP, and maintaining system integrity |
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & Applicable Laws)
Where applicable, we rely on the following legal bases:
- Consent — for newsletters and marketing emails (you can withdraw at any time)
- Legitimate interests — for business development, analytics, and investor communications
- Contract performance — for employment, partnership, and service agreements
- Legal obligation — for compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including energy sector regulations
5. Intellectual Property & Confidentiality
Found Energy operates in a highly innovative, pre-commercial technology space. Any technical information, processes, or proprietary data shared with us (e.g., in partnership discussions) is handled with strict confidentiality under applicable non-disclosure agreements. We do not use third-party-provided confidential information for any purpose beyond that which is agreed.
6. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
- Investors and venture partners (e.g., Bessemer Venture Partners, Munich RE) under appropriate confidentiality terms
- Technology partners (e.g., Autodesk, Activate) for collaboration and product development
- Cloud and IT service providers that host our website and communications infrastructure
- Legal, financial, and compliance advisors as required
- Government or regulatory bodies where legally mandated (e.g., energy compliance, export controls for advanced technology)
- Prospective acquirers or merger parties in the event of a corporate transaction, subject to confidentiality obligations
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to function and to help us understand how visitors interact with our content.
| Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential | Required for site functionality |
| Analytics | Understanding visitor behaviour (e.g., Google Analytics) |
| Marketing | Targeting and campaign measurement (if applicable) |
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
8. Newsletter & Email Communications
If you subscribe to receive updates on Found Energy’s journey, we will use your email to send you news, technology milestones, and company announcements. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly. We do not share subscriber lists with third parties for their marketing purposes.
9. Recruitment & Job Applicants
Information submitted during the application process is used solely for recruitment purposes. We retain applicant data for up to 12 months following the close of a recruitment process, after which it is securely deleted unless you give consent for it to be held longer for future opportunities.
10. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Newsletter subscribers | Until you unsubscribe |
| Contact/enquiry records | 3 years from last contact |
| Job applicant data | 12 months post-process |
| Partner/investor records | Duration of relationship + 7 years |
| Website analytics | Up to 26 months |
| Legal and financial records | 7 years (regulatory requirement) |
11. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or outdated information
- Delete your data (subject to legal retention obligations)
- Restrict or object to certain types of processing
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
- Data portability — receive your data in a portable format
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the address below.
12. Data Security
Found Energy implements industry-standard technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption across our website
- Access controls and role-based permissions for internal systems
- Secure handling of proprietary research and partner data
- Regular review of third-party data processors
13. International Data Transfers
Found Energy operates primarily in the United States. If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or elsewhere, your data may be transferred to and processed in the US. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any such transfers, in line with applicable laws.
14. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended for professionals and adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
15. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third-party websites including our partners (Autodesk, Activate, Kompas VC, Good Growth Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Closed Loop Partners, JIMCO, J-Impact, Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, etc.). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
16. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy as our business or legal requirements change. Material changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
17. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns:
Found Energy Co. 🌐 privacy@found-industries.com 🔗