GREEN MATTERS
simultaneously improve IAQ and energy effi ciency. Smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and sensor-driven building automation make it easy to fi ne-tune ventilation based on occupancy, usage patterns, and real-time air quality data. This integrated approach ensures that health and sustainability are not trade-off s but complementary goals. Better air no longer has to come at the cost of higher energy use. With the right strategy, buildings can be both people- centric and planet-friendly. Smart technologies help optimise indoor conditions without wasting energy, delivering cost savings and enhanced comfort.
Market value rises with air quality Better IAQ doesn’t just enhance employee performance – it also increases the value of the building itself. Tenants and investors place growing importance on health-related features when choosing where to work, live, or invest. Buildings with certifi ed air quality or sustainability credentials tend to enjoy higher occupancy rates, longer tenant retention, and stronger market demand. IAQ is no longer a background factor; it’s becoming
a strategic diff erentiator, infl uencing not only the employee experience but also property value and brand positioning. Improving IAQ doesn’t require major overhauls. Building
owners and tenants can take targeted steps to make a measurable diff erence – starting today:
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■Installation of smart HVAC and building automation systems: Use intelligent systems that adjust ventilation and air fi ltration based on real-time data (e.g., occupancy levels, pollutant concentrations). This improves air quality effi ciently without wasting energy.
■Continuous monitoring: Deploy sensors to track key air quality metrics like CO2
humidity. Use this data to guide maintenance and ventilation adjustments.
■Regular maintenance: Keep systems in top shape with routine inspections and servicing to maintain optimal performance and air quality delivery.
■ Pursuing green building certifi cations: Seek certifi cations like WELL, RESET, or LEED that validate IAQ performance. These not only improve health outcomes but also boost property value and tenant appeal. Forward-thinking organisations are no longer waiting for
regulations – they’re making clean indoor air a strategic priority. They understand that people are their most valuable asset and that a healthy, high-performing workplace starts with the fundamentals, including the air we breathe. In today’s competitive and fast-moving world, better indoor air quality isn’t a luxury; it’s a business imperative. It drives measurable returns, strengthens the long-term value of buildings, and enables people to do their best work. As we rethink the role of buildings in our lives, one thing is clear: the path to more resilient, productive, and human- centred organisations starts with the air we share.
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As we rethink the role of buildings in our lives, one thing is clear: the path to more resilient, productive, and human- centred
organisations starts with the air we share.
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