15/10/2024
šĀ Today is National Clean Air Day
As workplace designers, we have a responsibility to help create environments that support not only productivity and well-being but also sustainability. In fact, the built environment accounts for nearlyĀ 40% of global carbon emissionsĀ (UN Environment Programme), so our industry plays a crucial role in the fight for cleaner air.
But how can we actively contribute?
1. Optimising Ventilation & Air Filtration:Ā Ensuring workplaces have high-quality HVAC systems can drastically improve indoor air quality by reducing pollutants. This isnāt just about comfortāitās about health. Poor indoor air quality is linked to health conditions like asthma, costing UK businesses overĀ Ā£1.1 billionĀ annually in productivity loss (Clean Air Fund).
2. Sustainable Material Choices:Ā Selecting low-emission, eco-friendly materials during construction and fit-outs can reduce harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds). Itās a simple yet effective step towards improving indoor air quality and lowering a buildingās carbon footprint.
3. Supporting Green Spaces:Ā Incorporating green spaces and biophilic design elements into the workplace isnāt just good for mental well-being, it also enhances air quality by absorbing CO2 and pollutants.
At Cleo, we are committed to designing spaces that contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment. Whether weāre working on smaller projects underĀ 10,000 sq ftĀ or larger fit-outs, we believe every space should be part of the solution.
If you want to know how your space can be optimised for clean air or sustainability get in touch, our team of Workplace Strategists would love to help.Ā Ā šæ
