Richard Branson plans eco-resort in British Virgin Islands

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Richard Branson, the adventuring chairman of the Virgin Group of companies, says his two private Caribbean islands have a higher purpose than serving as ultra-luxury retreats for entertainment and business A-listers.

Walking barefoot on the sandy trails of his Necker Island, the British tycoon said his sun-soaked island properties in this British chain will prove that the Caribbean — with its wealth of sun, wind and waves — can lead the globe in renewable alternatives to carbon fuels.

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• 07/03/08
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