By INDEX Editorial Team | Based on peer-reviewed research Why winter lighting can change how you feel If your mood reliably dips when days get shorter, you are not imagining it. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression…
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 suggests you…
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 a…
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 blame stress…
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 simple…
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 only…
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,…