Ep013 How do healthy buildings impact our health? with Jack Noonan VP at International WELL Building Institute

<p><em><strong>Have you ever thought about how the physical environment can impact your health?</strong></em></p> <p><br></p> <p>Our guest, Jack Noonan is a building and environmental scientist who works as the Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, at the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). IWBI is a public benefit organisation whose mission is to improve human health and well-being in buildings and communities through the WELL Building Standard. Jack's role involves leading the IWBI support and operations in the region.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this fascinating discussion, Jack and Tom discuss sustainability, human health and the factors in the physical environment that can make us really healthy. In this episode, listen out for:</p> <ul> <li>Jack's career pathway from trained geneticists to buildings and environmental science</li> <li>A great explanation of what is the latest research from IWBI</li> <li>The WELL building standard successes globally</li> <li>The key features of the WELL standards&nbsp;</li> <li>Why the WELL building standard is 100% inclusive&nbsp;</li> <li>How design can impact human health&nbsp;</li> <li>The future of work predictions from a design and WELL building standard perspective<br> </li> </ul> <p>This was a fascinating discussion with really tangible tips that can be applied today. To connect with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacknoonanaustralia/">Jack Noonan </a>or to review the latest from the WELL Building Standard, <a href="https://www.wellcertified.com/health-safety/">Health-Safety Rating</a></p> <p>Connect with hosts <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tombosna/"><u>Tom Bosna</u></a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-lambert-8460554b/"><u>Josh Lambert</u></a> and we would love your feedback so please rate us on Apple podcast so we can be of service to you.</p> <p><strong>About us:</strong></p> <p>Well workplaces is a movement by<a href="https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/workplace-wellness/"> <strong>Pinnacle Health Group</strong></a> a