Healthy Building Policy Summit Set to Launch in Washington, D.C

NEW YORK, August 7, 2024 /3BL/ - The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is set to host its inaugural Healthy Building Policy Summit on September 16 in Washington, D.C., in collaboration with Georgetown University’s Global Cities Initiative. This groundbreaking event aims to prioritize health and well-being in buildings and communities, according to IWBI President and CEO Rachel Hodgdon. The summit will feature prominent speakers from various sectors, including Donnel Baird of BlocPower and Kenneth Mendez of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The summit will address critical topics such as policy innovations that promote healthy building practices, strategies for improving indoor air quality, and the role of government in implementing health-focused solutions in public buildings. The event is sponsored by Corvias at the Gold level and Trane Technologies at the Silver level, highlighting the growing commitment to health-promoting policies in the built environment. Kenneth Mendez, representing the AAFA, expressed enthusiasm for the summit, emphasizing the importance of advancing healthy building practices for the 27 million Americans living with asthma. Peter Templeton, President of the U.S. Green Building Council, also voiced support, underscoring the significance of policy leadership in creating sustainable communities. Dr. John McKeon, CEO of iAIR Group, noted the summit's role in fostering dialogue on policies that enhance indoor air quality and environmental health. The event marks a pivotal moment in reshaping the built environment to better support human health and well-being. More information about the summit and IWBI's initiatives can be found on their website.