Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12.12.2025

1. Introduction

AECO Engineering Consultancy Ltd ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Data We Collect

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and company details provided voluntarily via contact forms.
  • Project Data: Technical drawings, specifications, and building models required for our simulation services.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data collected via cookies necessary for website functionality.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following grounds:

  • Contractual Performance: To deliver the energy modeling services you have requested.
  • Consent: When you voluntarily submit an inquiry or sign up for a newsletter.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and ensure website security.

4. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data.
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your data.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request data processing limitation.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@leedenergymodel.com.

5. Data Retention & Security

We retain project data for a minimum of 5 years to comply with LEED audit requirements. We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, secure servers) to protect against unauthorized access.

6. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your data. We may share data with trusted sub-processors (e.g., cloud hosting providers, GBCI reviewers) solely for the purpose of fulfilling our service obligations. All third parties are vetted for GDPR compliance.

7. Contact Us

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Email: info@leedenergymodel.com
Address: Istanbul, Turkey