Productivity

Several large retailers, including Wal-mart and Nordstroms, have recently demonstrated significantly increased sales from sustainable designed buildings. Numerous schools have demonstrated significantly increased test scores by students housed in new schools that have incorporated the benefits of LEED certification and design into their buildings.

West Bend Mutual Productivity Study

Productivity Case Studies

• "Analysis of the Performance of Students in Daylit Schools," Nicklas and Bailey, Innovative Design, Raleigh, NC.
• "Daylighting in Schools: An Investigation into the Relationship Between Daylighting and Human Performance," Heschong et. al., 1999, Heschong Mahone Group.
• "Skylighting and Retail Sales: An Investigation into the Relationship Between Daylighting and Human Performance," Heschong et. al., 1999, Heschong Mahone Group.