--- title: The research behind WELL v2 description: Dive into our new evidence-based series and learn how the places we create today can impact our health tomorrow. image: https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/LeadwithEvidence-1.png --- [![well-700-grey-1](https://education.wellcertified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/well-700-grey-1.png?width=100&height=26&name=well-700-grey-1.png "well-700-grey-1")](https://www.wellcertified.com) # **Dive into the research behind WELL v2 ** **The research is clear.** The places where we spend our time have a huge impact on our overall health and well-being. Dive into our compilation of research digests to learn how the places we create today can impact our health tomorrow. ![Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_3054952](https://education.wellcertified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_3054952.jpg?width=1861&height=1140&name=Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_3054952.jpg "Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_3054952") **It all starts with research** Our compilation of research digests directly compliment the WELL Building Standard, providing a deeper dive into the evidence behind each feature. Focused on the WELL concepts, the digests:  ![dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975](https://education.wellcertified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png?width=25&name=dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png)  Build and affirm **foundational public health and building science knowledge** related to health in buildings and organizations ![dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975](https://education.wellcertified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png?width=25&name=dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png)  Discuss pertinent public health issues related to WELL features, **underscoring the *why* behind every feature in WELL** ![dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975](https://education.wellcertified.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png?width=25&name=dlf.pt-black-check-mark-png-5463975.png)  Showcase the **evidence for solutions** used in WELL drawing on the latest research to ensure you can approach interventions in your project with confidence   ![Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_2892868](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_2892868.jpg "Stocksy_txp49f8832fCuw200_Medium_2892868") **How you can use it** Whether you are looking to build your public health knowledge or communicate the why behind a WELL feature, our research digests have something for you: - Align your narrative with cutting-edge research and industry best practices - Advocate for why and how WELL can help your organization and clients achieve their goals - Prioritize WELL features to create scorecards that make an impact   **Hear what people are saying** ![book](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/book.png "book") ***“It strengthens the story I can tell to clients** about why implementing WELL features is beneficial for them and their company.”* ![science](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/science.png "science") ## *“If I know the science behind things, I can educate people more, create awareness and **justify why a project needs to pursue WELL.”*** # Your journey starts here The evidence behind each WELL v2 concept is at your fingertips. Download one or more of our research digests to get started: [![1-Air](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/1-Air.jpg "1-Air")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-%20air%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Air | Breathe easy** Learn about strategies to enhance indoor air quality. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Air%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![2-Water](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/2-Water.jpg "2-Water")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box%20-%20water%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Water | Drink up** Explore how water can impact the health of buildings and people. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Water%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![3-Nourishment](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/3-Nourishment.jpg "3-Nourishment")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-nourishment%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Nourishment | Dig in** Discover strategies to support healthy and sustainable food choices. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Nourishment%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![4-Light](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/4-Light.jpg "4-Light")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-%20light%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Light | Shine on** Understand how daylight and electric light can enhance visual comfort and promote optimal sleep patterns. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Light%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![6-Thermal Comfort](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/6-Thermal%20Comfort.jpg "6-Thermal Comfort")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-%20thermal%20comfort%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) **Thermal Comfort | Get cozy** Learn about the importance of creating comfortable indoor environments. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Thermal%20Comfort%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![8-Materials](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/8-Materials.jpg "8-Materials")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-%20materials%20finals%20pdf.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Materials | Be assured** Explore how materials and products installed and used in buildings may impact human health. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Materials%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en)   [![5-Movement](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/5-Movement.jpg "5-Movement")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box%20-%20movement%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Movement | Keep moving** Discover how the quantity and quality of your daily movements can support your physical and mental health. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Movement%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en)   [![7-Sound](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/7-Sound.jpg "7-Sound")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box%20-%20sound%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Sound | Tune in** Learn how supportive acoustic environments can help reduce distractions and promote focus. [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Sound%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![9-Mind](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/9-Mind.jpg "9-Mind")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box-%20mind%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Mind | Stay centered** Discover strategies that support cognitive and emotional well-being.  [Download](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/Mind%20Concept%20Research%20Digest.pdf?hsLang=en) [![10-Community](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/10-Community.jpg "10-Community")](https://education.wellcertified.com/hubfs/Evidence%20Box/evidence%20box%20-%20community%20final.pdf?hsLang=en) ### **Community | Build connections** Learn how to create a culture of health for all. 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