Tag: fitwel

Columbia University Earns Highest Fitwel Certification for New Building

By Joe Bebon, Editor Dec 19, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Dec 19, 2023

Columbia University announced that it has achieved Fitwel certification for 600 W. 125th Street, its new 34-story building to house graduate students and faculty members on the southwest corner of 125th Street and Broadway in New York City. The building earned three stars—Fitwel’s highest standard—in Fitwel Version 2.1 Multifamily rating for its design, construction, and sustainability principles as well as its commitment to resident health and well-being. The […]

More Companies Join the Fitwel Healthy Buildings Mission

By Joe Bebon, Editor Aug 18, 2023 Green Building

Updated: Aug 18, 2023

Healthy building certification organization Fitwel has announced the latest cohort of companies to join its global community of Champions, Providers, and Partners. Originally created by the CDC and U.S. General Services Administration, the Fitwel certification is used by real estate stakeholders across the globe to ensure their assets are designed and operated to positively impact […]

Top Trends in Healthy Buildings: A Guide for Facilities Managers

By Joe Bebon, Editor Aug 14, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Aug 16, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of facilities management, there is a bigger emphasis on promoting the health and well-being of building occupants. Healthy buildings go beyond energy efficiency and sustainability; they prioritize factors that directly impact the health, productivity, and comfort of those inside. From optimizing air quality to meeting industry standards, facilities managers should consider […]

Webinar Watch: Healthy Building Strategies – Putting Sustainability and People First

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Nov 8, 2022 Green Building

Updated: Nov 8, 2022

Learn how to lower costs, improve sustainability and productivity, and raise the bar on occupant satisfaction at Facilities Management Advisor’s FREE webinar that will explore healthy building strategies. Can’t make it to the live event? No worries! All registrants also receive a link to an on-demand recording. Wednesday, November 16, 2022 Webinar | Healthy Building […]