1. Governance Statement

1.1 Purpose and Scope

The press release section on WholeLifeCarbon.com provides factual updates related to whole life carbon practice, life cycle cost analysis, circular economy topics, sector regulation and technical releases. All statements must support the platform's professional identity and serve the wider built-environment community.

1.2 Eligibility

A press release may be issued when the subject relates to:

• Regulatory or policy updates
• Verified research, datasets or technical findings
• Platform developments of industry relevance
• Public consultations, partnerships or sector recognition
• Project milestones linked to WLC, LCC or circular economy themes

1.3 Core Requirements

Content must be:

• Accurate and supported by verifiable sources
• Objective and free from commentary or promotional language
• Written in clear formal language
• Presented in the standard format used across the site

1.4 Standard Format

Each press release follows this structure:

• Title
• Date
• Summary
• Main announcement
• Technical context
• Quoted statement
• About Your Organization
• Contact details

Optional items may include diagrams, data extracts, report links or branded assets.

1.5 Approval and Oversight

All releases are reviewed and approved by WholeLifeCarbon.com. Press releases are archived chronologically. WholeLifeCarbon.com may update or withdraw content at any time. Withdrawn releases remain accessible to administrators for record-keeping purposes, with withdrawal date and reason documented.

2. Publication Terms and Conditions

2.1 Ownership

All press releases are the property of the organisation unless stated otherwise. Reproduction requires written permission, except where fair quotation with attribution applies.

2.2 Acceptable Use

Journalists, researchers, industry bodies and the public may reference content provided the material is not altered in a way that misrepresents its meaning.

2.3 Accuracy and Revisions

Information is correct at the time of publication. The organisation may revise, update or withdraw material without notice.

2.4 External Links

Some releases may include links to third-party websites, research bodies or standards. The organisation accepts no responsibility for external content.

2.5 Technical Material

Figures, estimates and benchmarks are provided for general information. They must not be treated as project-specific guidance.

2.6 Liability

No liability is accepted for loss arising from reliance placed on press release content. Users must verify information before acting upon it.

2.7 Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

3. Publication Policy

3.1 Review Before Publication

Before release, content must undergo checks for:

• Accuracy
• Clarity
• Professional tone
• Compliance with eligibility criteria
• Structure and formatting

3.2 Archiving and Retention

All releases are stored in the archive by year. Retired entries remain accessible unless removed for legal or confidentiality reasons.

3.3 Withdrawn Material

Withdrawn releases are retained in the administrative system with:

• A clear "Withdrawn" status
• Withdrawal date
• Administrative notes documenting the reason

The associated public article is unpublished and no longer accessible to the public.

3.4 Amendments After Publication

Minor timestamped corrections may be added for clarity. Major changes require a formal correction note.

4. Editorial Standards

4.1 Language and Tone

Press releases must:

• Use formal, plain language
• Remain neutral and factual
• Avoid promotional statements
• Avoid subjective claims

4.2 Source Integrity

Any data, benchmarks or claims must be supported by verifiable sources. Industry standards may be referenced where appropriate.

4.3 Transparency

Where assumptions or limitations exist, they must be stated clearly.

4.4 Accessibility

Technical terms should be explained when they add clarity, ensuring content is understandable to a broad professional audience.

5. Disclaimer

Press releases on WholeLifeCarbon.com are intended for general information. They do not provide legal, technical, financial or design advice. Although reasonable steps are taken to ensure accuracy, errors may occur and information may change. The organisation accepts no responsibility for loss, action or decision taken in reliance on a press release.

References to third-party organisations, standards or systems do not imply endorsement. No guarantee is given regarding the performance or suitability of any method or product mentioned. External links are provided for context only.