MUMBAI, INDIA: Patni Computer Systems, a leading global IT and BPO services provider announced the launch of its first Green IT-BPO knowledge centre. The state-of-the-art environment-friendly facility, set-up with an investment of Rs.175 crores, complements the organisation's green initiatives around efficient utilisation and conservation of energy, water and natural resources. Developed on Green Architecture, the centre is spread over 5 acres and has a seating capacity of over 3500.

Christened, Patni Knowledge Centre, this facility is designed and constructed as per the guidelines of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) India Green Building Rating System for New Construction. The centre is currently under certification process and is jointly audited by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) and US Green Building Council (USGBC).

P C Jain, Chairman of the IGBC, said, "We are delighted that a leading IT and BPO organisation like Patni is one of the front runners in the green architecture brigade. The concept of green buildings is still at a nascent stage in India; with only 26 certified green buildings and very few Platinum certified green buildings. We are confident that Patni's initiative will inspire other companies to wake up to the benefits of going green and pledge their commitment towards environment conservation."

Narendra K. Patni, chairman & CEO, Patni said, "We recognise our responsibility to protect the environment. The launch of our first Green centre is a significant step in demonstrating the company's commitment to environment conservation".

Sanjiv Kapur, senior vice-president and head of Patni BPO, added, "Over the last four years, Patni's northern India operations have grown exponentially. Leveraging an integrated IT-BPO model, we are providing variety of advanced outsourcing services including benefits administration, actuarial valuations, health insurance, F&A, securities and capital markets, services desk, product engineering services and life sciences. We see tremendous potential in these segments and as we expand and diversify, the new centre will support our aggressive growth. Above all, the new knowledge centre will give our employees a healthier and environment friendly workplace; especially as BPO and KPO operations run on a 24x7 basis."

Green facts on Patni knowledge centre

With an aim to minimise adverse environmental impact, Patni's Green Knowledge Centre is designed to use less energy, water and natural resources as well as creates less waste.

Climate responsive architecture
Over 50 percent green area
75 percent of the area receives natural daylight
95 percent of the occupants get access to outside views
Zero discharge building; 100% recycling of sewage
Drip water irrigation and Solar water heating
Interior materials with low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions
Healthy air quality with CO2 sensors for adding fresh air on demand
Maximum use of eco-friendly recyclable material.