Feature image: The LEED Gold Huntington Hospital Emergency Department in Huntington, New York. Photo credit: Chris Cooper.
Green buildings can promote health and wellness for occupants and the community alike. Good indoor air quality, nontoxic materials, access to daylight and other strategies can enhance the experience of the people who live, work, learn and play in buildings.
When it comes to LEED-certified spaces, hospitals, clinics and other health care facilities work on two levels toward human health: Their very purpose is to restore and maintain good health, and meeting the standards of LEED certification amplifies their success by enabling spaces that promote a positive experience in both mental and physical health.
Worldwide, projects certified as health care facilities total 1,668, encompassing 237 million square feet. Thousands more are registered and progressing toward certification.
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