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TERMS OF USE

Green Score platform [refer definition 1(a)] is owned by VK Design & Projects Private limited, a Registered Company, having address at: Office No. 5 Agarkar Bhavan, LBS Road, Navi Peth, Sadashiv Peth, Pune, Maharashtra, India, 411030 (hereinafter referred as ‘Company/Owner’). The company is engaged in the business of providing Our company specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for building design, infrastructure planning, and project management. The Company offers architectural, engineering, and computer-aided design services, focusing on energy efficiency and sustainable construction. From conducting building inspections to managing entire construction projects, the company ensures quality, compliance, and innovative approaches tailored to meet the specific needs of each project. Furthermore, the company provide expertise in digital solutions, such as website development and maintenance, to help company’s clients establish a strong online presence.

The purpose of the Green Score platform is to provide contribution in reducing impacts of construction activities on the environment. Through Green Score platform mainly captures any gross non-compliances at early stage and help in timely rectification of the same. Further the Green Score platform track various labour safety and wellbeing. Additionally, the company aiming to prepare project sites to be in line with Ministry of Environment Forest Climate Change (MoEFCC) and environment management plans compliances and follows the norms prescribed by CPCB.

Green Score platform provides cloud-based solution for project and audit management, featuring a backend system with roles and positions like super admin, client admin, and auditors. The admin panel allows project creation, user management, and payment setup. It also supports document storage, rule engines for scoring, and auditing. The Green Score platform includes report generation, and scoring measures, while the reporting system handles internal and external logs and data for project tracking and compliance.

To avail various services [refer definition 1(d)] available on the Green Score platform Visitor has to become a Registered User [refer definition 1(c)] by providing Name, Email and Creating Password. By entering these details, the Visitor becomes a Registered User. The Registered User, after entering the correct details the Registered User is navigated to Dashboard page which shows that the Registered User is able to access the features like Configurations; Access management; Site Compliance; Reports; Payments and Audit Logs etc. 

By accessing the Green Score platform, the Registered User agrees to abide by and bound by the Terms and Conditions of the Green Score platform. The Terms and Conditions contained herein along with the Privacy Policy form an Agreement regulating our relationship with regard to the use of the Green Score platform by the Registered User. Please read this Agreement carefully. By accessing or logging on the Green Score platform the Visitor or Registered User accepts the terms and conditions and by default follows the Green Score platform. The Registered User is advised to regularly check for any amendments or updates to the terms and conditions from time to time.

The Owner of the Green Score platform reserve the right to modify the terms and conditions of the Agreement (“Terms of Use”) and Disclaimer without any prior notification. The Visitor or Registered User is advised to regularly review the Terms of Service. If the Visitor or Registered User does not agree with any of the Terms and Conditions and any amendments thereto, the Visitor or Registered User must not use the Green Score platform and/or Services provided by the Owner. These Terms and Conditions constitute a binding legal agreement between the Owner and Registered User/s; and govern legal rights, remedies, obligations and various other terms like limitations, jurisdiction, applicable law etc.

The Agreement between the Registered User and the Green Score platform shall be subject to following Terms and Conditions: –

1. DEFINITIONS:

The terms wherever used shall unless contrary, carry the meaning as given under:

  1. “Green Score platform” means and includes the website available at https://live.greenscoreapp.com/ Internet.
  2. “Visitor” means and includes any person who visits the Green Score platform and who is not registered on the Green Score platform.
  3. “Registered User” means and includes any person who is Registered on the Green Score platform through Creating User ID by providing Name, Email and Password. Thus, a visitor becomes a Registered User.
  4. “Services” means SaaS services including cloud-based solution for project and audit management.
  5. “Agreement” means the Terms and Conditions contained herein along with any Privacy Policy of any other website/portals/application whose links are provided on the Green Score platform. It shall also include reference to this Agreement as and when amended, novated, supplemented varied or replaced.

2.ELIGIBILITY, REGISTRATION AND TERMINATION:

  1. The Green Score platform can be accessed by going on https://live.greenscoreapp.com/ as required by the Registered User. The Green Score platform can be used/accessed only by persons who can form a legally binding contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
  2. The Registered User agrees that the Information provided by Registered User at the time of registration is true, complete, and correct. If the Information details are found not to be true (wholly or partly), the owner has the right in its sole discretion to reject the registration and debar the Registered User from using the Services of the Green Score platform and/or other affiliated website/applications without prior intimation whatsoever.
  3. The Owner reserves the right at its sole discretion to terminate, refuse, restrict or suspend any Registered User’s account at any time, for any reason, without notice, including when a Registered User fails to abide by these Terms and Conditions, or any other policy or terms posted anywhere on the Green Score platform.
  4. The Owner reserves the right at its sole discretion to terminate, refuse, restrict or suspend any Registered User’s account at any time if any Registered User:
    1. uploads pornographic contents/photos/videos/links on the platform.
    2. uploads any detrimental or offensive contents/photos/videos/links or offensive comments/photos/videos/links pertaining to religion on the Green Score platform.
    3. Any content that promotes or incites violence, terrorism, illegal acts, or hatred on the grounds of race, ethnicity, cultural identity, religious belief, disability, gender, identity, or sexual orientation, or is otherwise objectionable.
  5. The Registered User or may be prohibited from creating a new account if Registered User has been previously terminated as per the above-mentioned circumstances or for any other reason whatsoever objectionable by the Owner. If any Registered User misuses the details of any other Registered User, then the Owner reserves the right at its sole discretion to terminate that Registered User account and the owner reserves the right at its sole discretion to initiate appropriate legal action against the Registered User(s).
  6. The Registered User is entitled to terminate the agreement at all times by deletion of his/her Account, thus disabling the use by Registered User of the Green Score platform. The Registered User can close Registered User Account at any time by following the instructions on the Green Score platform.
  7. Clauses of Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, Green Score platform License, Intellectual Property Rights Ownership, Term and Termination, and Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution and such other provisions which are intended to survive the termination, shall survive the expiry/termination of these User Terms in accordance with their terms.

3. FACILITIES FOR VISITORS:

The facilities available to Visitors on the Green Score platform are designed to offer a seamless introduction to the services and functionalities of the platform. Visitors can:

  1. Browse the Green Score Platform: Visitors can navigate through the website to explore its features, functionalities, and services offered by the Owner. This browsing capability allows users to familiarize themselves with the layout and available options before registering.
  2. Understand About the Owner and Services Provided: Visitors have the opportunity to learn more about VK Design & Projects Private Limited, including its mission, vision, and the range of services it offers, such as architectural design, infrastructure planning, and project management. This section serves as an informative resource for those considering using the platform’s services.
  3. Create an Account to Become a Registered User: Visitors who wish to utilize the comprehensive features of the Green Score platform can easily create an account. This involves providing basic information, such as name, email address, and creating a password. By doing so, they transition from a Visitor to a Registered User, unlocking access to advanced functionalities.
  4. Contact the Owner: Visitors can find contact information for the Owner to ask questions, seek clarifications, or address any concerns. This facility ensures that potential users can engage directly with the company for support or inquiries before or after registration.

4. FACILITIES FOR REGISTERED USER:

The registered users enjoy a more enriched experience on the Green Score platform, gaining access to specialized services and features that enhance their ability to manage projects effectively. These facilities include:

  1. Browse and Login into the Green Score Platform: Registered Users can log in to their accounts to access the platform’s features. Once logged in, they can navigate through various sections tailored to their needs, making project management more efficient.
  2. Access Services by Using the Platform: Registered Users can utilize the full range of services provided by the platform, including project management tools, compliance tracking, and audit functionalities. This access enables users to manage their projects effectively while adhering to environmental regulations and standards.
  3. Understand About the Owner and Services Provided: Registered Users can gain deeper insights into the Owner’s services, ensuring they are fully aware of how to leverage the platform to its fullest potential.
  4. Make Payments Through the Platform: Registered Users can conduct financial transactions securely through the platform. They have the option to make payments using various methods, such as credit cards, debit cards, UPI, or digital wallets, ensuring a smooth and secure payment process.
  5. Complete Access Over Roles and Application Coverage: Registered Users have detailed access to the administrative functions defined by the super admin, allowing them to manage user roles and permissions effectively.
  6. Download Files and Reports: Registered Users can download various project-related materials, such as images, links, videos, and PDF reports. This capability supports efficient documentation and reporting for audits and compliance purposes.
  7. Contact the Owner: Registered Users can reach out to the Owner for support, inquiries, or assistance with any aspect of using the platform, ensuring they have access to ongoing support throughout their experience.

5. CONDUCT OF REGISTERED USERS:

The Registered Users hereby acknowledge and agree to adhere to the following obligations while utilizing the Green Score platform:

  1. Compliance with Applicable Laws: Registered Users shall ensure their use of the Green Score platform and associated Services complies with all relevant statutes, regulations, and legal standards. Any non-compliance shall be deemed a material breach of this Agreement.
  2. Account Security: Registered Users are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of their account credentials. Any unauthorized use or access to their account shall be the sole responsibility of the Registered User, and the Owner shall bear no liability for such occurrences.
  3. Prohibition of Inappropriate Content: Registered Users shall not upload, post, or disseminate any content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable. The dissemination of any content that infringes upon the intellectual property rights or privacy rights of any third party is strictly prohibited.
  4. Respectful Engagement: Registered Users are mandated to engage in a manner that is respectful and courteous to all other users. Any behaviour that constitutes harassment, intimidation, or any form of unlawful discrimination will result in immediate termination of access to the platform.
  5. Obligation to Report Violations: Registered Users are obligated to promptly report any suspected violations of these Terms of Use or any illicit activities to the Owner. Failure to report such incidents may result in disciplinary action, including potential account suspension or termination.

6. USE OF CONTENTS AND RESTRICTIONS ON REGISTERED USER:

The Registered User agrees:

  1. not to display, upload, modify, publish, transmit, update, share or otherwise make available on the Green Score platform, any content and/or material that is unlawful, unsolicited including unsolicited messages, e-mails, and/or material which contains viruses, trojans, worms, files or software intended to interrupt, corrupt, destroy, limit the use, access or functionality of the Green Score platform.
  2. not to display, upload, modify, publish, transmit, update, share or otherwise make available on the Green Score platform, any content and/or material that is harmful, harassing, blasphemous, defamatory, libelous, obscene, pornographic, paedophilic, abusive, invasive of another person’s privacy, hateful or racially, ethnically objectionable, disparaging or relating to or encouraging money laundering or gambling etc.
  3. not to display, upload, modify, publish, transmit, update, share or otherwise make available any content and/or material which is in violation of patents, trademark, copyright or any other proprietary rights of other person/people.
  4. The Registered User can only access the contents available on the Green Score platform only for his/her purpose and shall not copy/modify/broadcast/share the content on the Green Score platform for anybody else.

7. NOTIFICATION SETTINGS:

The Registered User acknowledges that notifications are essential for the effective management and operation of the Green Score platform and integral to the Services provided. The Registered User understands that failure to receive such notifications may hinder their ability to manage projects and responsibilities effectively. The Registered User retains the right to modify notification preferences within the platform’s settings, subject to the Owner’s limitations. However, the Owner reserves the right to send critical notifications regarding account security, compliance, and other essential communications necessary for the protection of the Registered User’s interests and the integrity of the Green Score platform. The Registered User hereby consents and agrees to receive electronic communications from the Owner, which shall be transmitted via email. Such communications may pertain to, but are not limited to, the following categories:

  1. Project Notifications: Notifications regarding the creation of new projects, modifications to existing project parameters, and updates on project status, including but not limited to milestones achieved, deadlines approaching, and any relevant project developments.
  2. Payment Notifications: Confirmation of payments processed, including receipts, acknowledgments of successful transactions, and reminders regarding impending payments or outstanding balances, thereby ensuring the Registered User is kept informed of their financial obligations.
  3. Audit Updates: Correspondence related to audit activities, including scheduled audits, findings of compliance or non-compliance, and any required actions or recommendations resulting from such audits.
  4. Performance and Score Notifications: Updates concerning the Registered User’s performance metrics and scoring assessments, which may include evaluations of compliance with project standards, benchmarks, and any applicable scoring criteria.
  5. User Alerts and Activity Notifications: Alerts regarding user account activities, including logins, changes in account settings, or any unusual or suspicious activity detected in connection with the Registered User’s account.

8.LICENSE AND GRANT:

    • Grant of License: The Green Score platform provides and grants to the Registered User a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access, avail and use the Software Services as per the concerned subscription plans subjected to the payment of subscription fees as per the payment terms. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of the services, any collection or use of product listings, descriptions, or prices, or any derivative use of the Services.
  1. Restrictions of User: A Registered User shall not:
    1. Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, or sell any information, software, products, or services obtained from the Services.
    2. Use the Services in any unlawful manner, for any unlawful purpose, or in violation of any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation.
    3. Access the Services by any means other than the interface provided by Owner to the Registered User, unless specifically authorized in a separate agreement.
    4. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion or feature of the Services, or any other systems or networks connected to the Services or to any server of the Owner.
  2. Termination of License: The owner reserves the right to terminate Registered User’s license and access to the services without notice if Registered User violate the Terms, misuse the platform, or engage in any illegal activity, nonpayment of subscription fees. Upon termination, Registered User must immediately cease any use of the services by any means.

9. SUBSCRIPTION AND PAYMENT TERMS:

  1. The Owner of the Platform offers its services on a subscription basis. A Registered User can choose from different subscription plans, each of which includes different features and pricing. The specific features and pricing details of each plan are available on the Green Score platform.
  2. By subscribing to the concerned services, Registered User agree to pay the fees indicated at the time of subscription for the selected plan. All payments shall be made through the payment methods provided on the platform through HDFC Payment Gateway by selecting credit card or debit card or UPI or net banking or other digital payment options.
  3. A Registered User’s subscription will automatically renew at the end of each billing cycle (monthly or yearly, as applicable), and Registered User will be charged the then-current subscription fee unless you cancel your subscription before the renewal date. A Registered User may manage or cancel subscription at any time by accessing Registered User’s account settings.
  4. No refunds will be provided. Please note that partial refunds are not available for mid-term cancellations.
  5. All subscription plans are exclusive of applicable taxes. A Registered User is responsible for paying any taxes, duties, or other governmental fees that may apply to Registered User’s purchase of the Services.

10. APPLICABLE LAWS, JURISDICTION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION:

These terms shall be governed, interpreted, and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India applicable from time to time. Any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to these User Terms or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof or the use of the Green Score platform, the Service (collectively referred as “Disputes”) the parties shall attempt to settle the same amicably, through negotiation and consultation at such offices of the Owner as Owner may designate. In the event the dispute is not resolved internally between after at least 30 (thirty) days of negotiation, in good faith, the same shall be subject to binding and final arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 as amended from time to time or in case the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 is no longer in force, as per any law relating to arbitration in force at the time of such reference. The reference shall be made to a sole arbitrator mutually appointed by the Owner and the Registered User. The place of the arbitration shall be Pune, Maharashtra, unless otherwise mutually agreed by the Owner and the Registered User. Subject to the above, any Dispute will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Pune, Maharashtra, India.

 11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:

    1. To the fullest extent permissible by law, in no event shall the Owner or its employees, directors, affiliates, group companies or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, special, consequential damages or damages of any other kind incurred by the Registered User or any third party arising out of the Registered User’s access or use or inability to access or use the Green Score platform and/or its Services. The Information and Services displayed and provided through the Green Score platform may include inaccuracies. Additionally, a possibility exists that unauthorized additions, deletions and alterations could be made by third parties to the Green Score platform.
    2. The Owner shall not be held liable and/or responsible for any fake identity, fake calls, fraud committed through people through the help of the Green Score platform. In any event, the Owner shall not be held liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data arising out of, or in connection with, the use of the Green Score platform.
    3. The Registered User expressly agrees that the Owner shall not be responsible for the information posted and/or shared by the Visitor or Registered User.
    4. The Registered User expressly agrees that Owner shall not be responsible and/or liable for any threatening, defamatory, obscene, unlawful, harmful, offensive, or illegal content or conduct of any other party or any infringement of another’s rights, including intellectual property rights.
    5. The Registered User specifically agrees that the Owner shall not be held responsible and/or liable for any content/data sent using and/or included on the Green Score platform or Service by any third party/parties.
    6. The Owner shall not be liable for any damages resulting from the use of or inability to use the Green Score platform, including damages caused by wrong usage of the Green Score platform, SMS/email delivery issues, network issues, malware, viruses or any incorrectness or incompleteness of the Information.
    7. The Owner shall not be responsible for any loss of communication/information of status update and benefits. All this information will be sent on mobile number and/or email ID registered with the Owner. The Owner will not be responsible for appropriateness of mobile or email or any other communication medium.
    8. Notwithstanding anything contained herein, in any event, the liability of the financial or otherwise, suffered to the Owner of the Green Score platform shall be limited to the amount paid by the Registered User and shall not exceed such amount paid by the Registered User.
    9. If Applicable Law does not permit the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability, the scope and duration of such warranty exclusions and the extent of the liability of the Owner shall be the minimum permitted under Applicable Law.

     DISCLAIMER: The Owner endeavors to maintain the continuous operation and accessibility of the Green Score platform. However, the Owner expressly disclaims any liability for temporary unavailability of the platform resulting from technical issues, including but not limited to, server malfunctions, network disruptions, software failures, or any other circumstances beyond the Owner’s reasonable control. The Registered User acknowledges and agrees that such interruptions may occur and that the Owner shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the platform’s temporary unavailability. The Registered User further agrees that it is their responsibility to remain informed about the status of the platform and to make any necessary adjustments in their use of the Services accordingly.

    12. OBLIGATIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF REGISTERED USER:

    1. The Registered User must correctly enter project details, scores, and measures as required;
    2. The Registered User and their Auditors are responsible for completing audits according to the platform’s stepwise process, including scoring, uploading images, and adding remarks;
    3. The Registered User is responsible for managing payment setups related to their respective projects based on the availed services; and
    4. The Registered User must generate and manage both internal and external reports, such as audit trails and project progress.

    13. WARRANTY AND INDEMNIFICATION:

    1. The Green Score platform is provided by the Owner, on “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without express or implied warranty or condition of any kind. The Registered User shall use the Green Score platform at Registered User’s own risk.
    2. The Green Score platform disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability. The details and/or information provided by the Owner make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the Green Score platform and/or the information contained on the Green Score platform for any purpose. Any relation the Registered User places on such information are therefore strictly at their own risk.
    3. No advice or information whether oral or in writing received from the Registered User of the Green Score platform shall create any warranty on behalf of the Owner in this regard. If in case the payment is failed and the money is debited from the Registered User’s account, then the Owner of the Green Score platform shall not be held responsible.
    4. The Registered User agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Owner from any suits, claims, losses, fines, penalties, damages, liabilities, demands, expenses including, but not limited to, reasonable legal expenses and fees arising out of and/or in connection with any violation and/or act and/or omission committed and/or alleged to be committed by the Registered User.

    14. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OWNERSHIP:

    1. The Visitor and Registered User acknowledges and accepts that unless otherwise expressly stated, all the content on the Green Score platform including, but not limited to, images, software, graphics, photos, sounds, music, videos, designs, script, trade names, trademarks, logos, labels, service marks and/or any other proprietary marks are solely owned by the Owner (and its licensors, where applicable).
    2. No information, content or portion uploaded on the Green Score platform shall be reproduced, duplicated, copied, sold, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purposes not expressly permitted by Owner. It is the policy of the Green Score platform and/or Owner to terminate in its sole discretion, accounts of Registered User or in appropriate circumstances found repeatedly infringing the rights of Owner including but not limited to rights relating to copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights.
    3. The Green Score platform, its Services and all the content is protected by copyright, trademark and other relevant laws of India. In case of any violation, the User or Registered User is liable to appropriate legal action.
    4. These User Terms do not constitute a sale and do not convey to the Visitor or Registered User any rights of ownership in or related to the Green Score platform, or the Service, or any intellectual property rights owned by the Owner.
    5. The Visitor or Registered User shall be solely responsible for any violations of any laws and for any infringements of any intellectual property rights caused by use of the Services or the Green Score platform.
    6. The Visitor or Registered User may use information on the Green Score platform purposely made available by the Owner for downloading from the Green Score platform, provided that the Visitor or Registered User: (i) do not remove any proprietary notice language in all copies of such documents and make no modifications to the information; (ii) use such information only for its personal, non-commercial informational purpose and do not copy or post such information on any networked computer or broadcast it in any media; or (iii) do not make any additional representations or warranties relating to such information.

    15. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE PARTIES:

    Registered User by accessing the Green Score platform can discover customer leads. The Green Score platform and Registered User are independent legal entities, and nothing contain in this will be construed to create an employer-employee, partnership, joint venture, an association of person, franchise, representative etc., relationship between the Green Score platform and Registered User.

    16. CONTACT OR ENQUIRY:

    Any Visitor/Registered User can view the contact tab which provides the address office of the Company, Email, and contact number. Any visitor who wants to have any business enquire with the Owner shall provide information such as Name, Phone Number, E-mail ID, Pin code, and Nature of Business (Trading / Manufacturing/Services), etc. The Registered User further has the option to send message. After filing this enquiry form the authorized team of the Owner will get in touch with the aforesaid Visitor/Registered User.

      17. DATE OF RELEASE:

      These Terms of Use are effective as of 24th Oct, 2024. By accessing and using the Green Score platform, the Registered User acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use as of the effective date. The Owner reserves the right to amend or modify these Terms of Use at any time, and such changes shall take effect immediately upon posting on the Green Score platform. The Registered User is encouraged to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.