By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - Why this matters for HR, facilities, and leadership - If your teams are tired, unfocused, or frequently out sick, you may look first at workload, culture, or compensation. Increasingly, research…
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - If your mood drops every fall or winter, you feel more tired, and it’s harder to get going in the morning, you’re not imagining it. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is…
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - Why So Many Offices Feel “Off” - And Why It Matters - If people in your building complain about headaches, brain fog, or feeling tired by mid-afternoon, it’s easy to…
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - You’re doing everything “right” for remote work—good chair, decent laptop, plenty of coffee—yet by mid‑afternoon your brain feels like it’s in slow motion. Your eyes burn, you’re oddly tired, and…
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - How low natural light and all‑indoor living can affect your mood—and what you can realistically change in your home lighting environment.
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research - INDEX (Indoor Exposure Index) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on connecting everyday indoor problems to practical, science‑grounded solutions. We have no financial incentive to favor one brand over another; our…
The H4H model functions as a "force multiplier," using professionalization to solve the industry’s traditional labor hurdles. H4H Features 1. Pre-Qualification Require evidence-based training before hiring. Filters for motivated individuals; reduces turnover. 2. Wage Alignment Pay professional wages (e.g., $30/hr)…
The audio below is based on the Healthy School Facility Handbook first published in School Planning and Management magazine, and originally sponsored by Kaivac. PDF copies are available for educational purposes, pending permission of the copyright owner.
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research>>> Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) used to be a niche topic. Today it sits at the center of conversations about health, learning, and productivity. We spend roughly 90% of our time indoors,…
By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research>>> INDEX is a 501(c)(3) environmental health nonprofit. Our mission is to translate complex indoor environmental science—including lighting—into practical steps for healthier homes and workplaces. We do not sell lighting products. When…