Where do Green Building Certifications and Pandemic Preparation Meet?

This article gives the reader an overview of current green building industry certifications, LEED, Fitwel and WELL that coincide with the pandemic preparation response that so many building owners are now realizing is vital in operating safe buildings. From there, this article dives into the two pandemic specific programs that have been launched by both Fitwel and and WELL. Finally, this article helps solidify the understanding of these two programs by a closer look at the similarities and differences of each program. The reader walks away from this article with a better understanding on how a green building better prepares building owners and occupants for a pandemic, but also how the green building industry is able to create complimentary programs that bring the idea of occupant wellness to a whole new level.