Psychological Benefits of Green Workplaces (02-20-09)

Recent research by the General Services Administration (GSA) provides additional evidence that working in an environmentally responsible workplace has positive psychological implications. A recent post-occupancy analysis of 12 GSA buildings indicates that “occupant satisfaction is higher in sustainably designed buildings. Occupant satisfaction is important because it correlates with personal and team performance. That often means higher productivity and creativity for an organization.”

General Services Administration. 2008. “Assessing Green Building Performance: A Post-Occupancy Evaluation of 12 GSA Buildings.” http://www.gsa.gov