Green buildings help workers stay in the pink
As the government leads the way in green buildings, it turns out there\'s a bonus for federal workers: they feel better. Michigan State University\'s Dr. Sue Gr...
We know that green certified buildings are good for the environment, but they could also be good for your organization’s productivity. In a study published by the American Journal of Public Health, employees reported the perception of taking less sick time after moving into LEED-certified buildings. The study’s authors say that employees could each work about 39 more hours a year because the buildings often have better light, air quality and ventilation. Dr. Sue Grady, Assistant Professor of Geography at the Michigan State University, explains the findings for us.
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