1. Website operator
critical-lab.org is operated by:
Carlo Inverardi-Ferri
Email: info@critical-lab.org
CRiTICAL LAB is an independent international research initiative based in Rome. It is not part of the Italian National Research Council (CNR). References to a member’s employer, university, funder or institutional affiliation identify that person’s professional relationship only and do not imply that the institution operates, endorses or accepts responsibility for this website.
2. Purpose of the website
The website communicates research themes, projects, publications, events and activities concerning ecological transitions, green industries, labour, global production, environmental governance and social inequalities.
Its content is provided for general information and academic communication. It does not constitute legal, financial, investment, technical or other professional advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice tailored to a specific situation.
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10. Changes
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11. Applicable law
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