Terms of Use

Last updated: 29 July 2026

Summary: this site publishes informational, editorial content about circular economy business models. Nothing here is professional advice, and content is provided as-is.

A. Acceptance of these terms

By accessing or using this website, operated by Mihawa (tř. Osvobození 305, Příbram, Czechia, [email protected]), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site. These terms are governed by the laws of the Czech Republic, including Act No. 89/2012 Sb., the Civil Code, as amended.

Summary: the content is journalistic and educational; it is not financial, legal or environmental compliance advice.

B. Nature of the content

All articles, glossaries and interviews published on this website are provided for general informational and journalistic purposes only. Content concerning legislation, deposit-return schemes, extended producer responsibility or textile recycling reflects publicly available documents and interviews at the time of writing and should not be treated as legal, regulatory or business advice. Readers with specific compliance questions should consult the relevant public authority or a qualified professional.

Summary: we try to keep information accurate but cannot guarantee it is complete, current, or free of error.

C. No warranties

While reasonable editorial effort is applied to verify facts against primary sources, this website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose. Legislation described on this site may change after publication; readers should verify current status directly with the Ministry of the Environment (MŽP) or other relevant authority.

Summary: Mihawa is not liable for decisions made based on this content.

D. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by applicable Czech law, Mihawa shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of, or reliance on, information published on this website, including business decisions made in reference to described legislation, schemes or company practices.

Summary: text, images and design on this site belong to Mihawa or its licensors and may not be reused without permission.

E. Intellectual property

All text, graphics, logos and layout elements on this website are the property of Mihawa or used under licence, and are protected under Act No. 121/2000 Sb., the Copyright Act. Reproduction, distribution or adaptation of substantial content without prior written permission is not permitted, except for standard fair-use quotation with attribution.

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F. User submissions

Any information, tip, document or correction submitted through the contact form is provided voluntarily by the sender, who confirms they have the right to share such information and that it does not violate any third-party rights or confidentiality obligation.

Summary: we may update these terms; continued use after changes means you accept the revised version.

G. Changes to these terms

These Terms of Use may be revised periodically. The version displayed on this page with the date above is the version currently in force. Continued use of the website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Summary: disputes are handled under Czech law and, where applicable, before Czech courts.

H. Governing law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the Czech Republic. Any disputes arising in connection with this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of the Czech Republic, without prejudice to any mandatory consumer protection rights you may have.