The Los Angeles community is reeling from the devastating effects of record-breaking wildfires that have caused staggering property losses and displaced thousands. With the fires burning over 62 square miles, the toll on human life and wildlife continues to rise. As we reflect on this tragedy, it’s crucial to understand the climate and real estate challenges that contributed to this crisis and what lies ahead for Los Angeles and beyond in the aftermath.

Explore key health and wellness trends shaping the built environment in 2025, from climate resilience and biodiversity to air quality, healthy food access, and third spaces. Discover how real estate can adapt to these challenges while driving value and promoting well-being.

Explore a new academic study that compares Fitwel's healthy building standards to global peers, focusing on Fitwel's holistic approach, evidence-based design, and unique strategies addressing public health needs. Discover how Fitwel aligns with research on social determinants of health and climate resilience, highlighting future directions for health-focused buildings and market differentiation in sustainable design.

The Center for Active Design (CfAD) announces the appointment of Jessica Long and Rachel MacCleery to its Board of Directors. These industry leaders bring expertise in ESG, sustainability, and public health, further advancing CfAD's commitment to health-centric design in the real estate industry. Their addition supports CfAD’s mission of promoting healthier, more resilient communities through evidence-based solutions, particularly with the Fitwel Certification system.

Here are actionable, evidence-based ways to optimize IAQ maintenance for both commercial building operators and home residents during the upcoming wildfire season to stay healthy and safe.

As part of our 2024 Best in Building Health series, we’re highlighting Gabriella de la Vera, Wellness Sustainability Consultant at Sustainable Investment Group (SIG) - a TÜV SÜD America Company, for being named as a Top 20 Fitwel Ambassador.

In our latest Top Ambassador spotlight feature, we’re showcasing Katie Gonzalez, BXP's Sustainability Manager, Reporting & Certifications, who has once again received well-deserved recognition for her commitment to the healthy building movement.

Introducing the Fitwel v3 Standard! The latest version is a blend of familiarity and cutting-edge research, combined with a refreshed platform interface and efficiency enhancements. Learn about the key highlights of v3, including the recent announcement about the version earning full GRESB credit recognition.

Discover how new research will be integrated into the updated Fitwel v3 Standard.

In our recent webinar, "Unlocking Value: Fitwel Social Performance in Focus," co-hosted with our industry partner, EVORA Global, Joanna Frank and Philippa Gill explored how prioritizing people’s health is transforming the ESG landscape and adding value in real estate.

Fitwel, the leading global healthy building certification and data insights platform, has released Version 3 (“v3”) of its evidence-based standard. This update translates the latest public health research to optimize real estate assets for health and quality of life, future-proof them for climate adaptation, and maximize their value.

The Verena at Hilliard is this year’s Best in Building Health winner for achieving the Highest Scoring Senior Housing Built project. Nestled on a 58-acre expanse of land in Ohio, the community is the first Fitwel-certified senior living property in the state. The Verena stands as a testament to meticulous renovation and health-focused design, emerging as a pioneering space of innovation and wellness.