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WESTON to Offer Sustainable Development Solutions
as Project Manager of India Ecotourism Park
WEST
CHESTER, PA — October 13,
2008 – Weston Solutions, Inc.
(WESTON®)
announced today that its subsidiary Weston Solutions (India) Pvt.
Ltd. will manage India’s first LEED® Platinum
targeted ecotourism project at Hyderabad, in the southern state
of Andhra Pradesh for Delara Tourism Corporation Limited (DTCL),
a Group Company of NCS.
WESTON
will provide an integrated approach to combine construction management
and green development in planning, engineering, and construction
of the Park. WESTON will implement green solutions throughout toward
Platinum LEED certification. Construction will begin in 2009 with
completion set for 2010. WESTON will provide strategic services
including sustainable solutions for design/build construction,
construction management, design review, contract administration,
field inspection, and administration of Quality Management and Risk
Management Plans. In addition, it will ensure the “three R” theory
of reduce, reuse, and recycle is implemented throughout the project.
Mr.
N. Nageswara Rao, Director for DTCL and Managing Director of NCS,
commented, “Our
vision is to develop Delara Ecotourism Project as the landmark
LEED Platinum Ecotourism development that would place Hyderabad on
the global ecotourism map; attracting visitors nationally and internationally.
We trust WESTON to turn our vision into reality. They have a long
history of solving complex problems for their clients in a sustainable
manner that also drives economic growth and revitalization. We
look forward to working together to make a difference in Andhra Pradesh.”
“This project supports the government’s commitment to conserving the environment,
while providing educational and recreational opportunities for the local population,” commented
Patrick G. McCann, WESTON President and CEO. “Our Hyderabad professionals will
draw upon our company’s global network of redevelopment, construction, and LEED-certified
experts. Together they will provide an integrated, sustainable approach with
minimal impact on the environment. We look to this project as a successful example
of sustainable development under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model and
one the local community will enjoy for many years to come.”
“We are very excited to be involved in this green development edutainment project
and will demonstrate our expertise in Smart and Sustainable Facilities and Infrastructure
through this project,” said Ram Pratti, President and CEO, Weston Solutions (India)
Pvt. Ltd. “It is the first tourism project of its kind in India where only eco-friendly
components are being used in its construction.”
Located within the boundaries of Hyderabad—just 2 kilometers away from Hitech
City, Madhapur—the 128-acre park will feature a botanical garden, a research,
development, and training facility, and other visitor amenities including food
courts, tourist accommodations, and souvenir shops.
About DTCL and NCS Group:
Delara Tourism Corporation Limited (DTCL) was
established by the NCS Group with the primary objective of developing
and implementing projects such as resorts, gardens, and other ventures
that will help promote tourism. The NCS Group is one of the leading
business houses with its Corporate Headquarters at Hyderabad, and has
businesses in diverse sectors like sugar, power, vegetable oil, and
Port-based infrastructure. The NCS Group is also expanding its footprint
in the renewable energy market sector.
About WESTON
Weston Solutions, Inc. (WESTON®) is The Trusted
Integrator for Sustainable Solutions, specializing in environmentally
challenging sites. WESTON delivers integrated, sustainable solutions
for environmental restoration, property redevelopment, design/build
construction, green buildings, and clean energy. Dedicated to making
a difference in the world, the company’s 1,800 people reach out from
60 offices around the globe to build strong stakeholder relationships.
WESTON has been responding to our clients’ toughest problems for more
than 50 years.
WESTON environmental solutions include site assessment,
remediation, and water and air services. The company’s property redevelopment
services integrate sustainability, risk transfer, and financial solutions
to revitalize impaired property. Design/build construction services
for facilities and infrastructure include construction and renovation
management, fuel systems, and water/wastewater. Green building services
include GreenGrid® roofing, LEED consulting, and green site selection.
WESTON also focuses its sustainable solutions on energy efficiency,
renewable energy and fuels, greenhouse gas management, and landfill
gas recovery.
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Edmund B. Pettiss, Jr.
Senior Vice President
Marketing
610-701-3159
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