The objectives of the contracting company include geological, geodetic and environmental investigations. Experts are studying the existing communications system, the state of the soil and the groundwater level at the territory where the Innovation Centre will be built.

The work of experts is also aimed to ensure that ecological situation in Skolkovo area does not deteriorate during the Innograd creation. Moreover, the ways to improve it should be found in the nearest future.

"According to the results of the research, there will be compiled a technical report with reduced strength characteristics of soils", - said Nikolai Skladnev, director of design and construction of the Skolkovo Innovation Center.

The work is assigned to SUE "Mosgorgeotrest" which June 20, 2010 won the Qualification of a contractor company, held by the Skolkovo Foundation.

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