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FB 27 Health and productivity benefits of sustainable schools - a review
Publication Year
2010
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Reviews evidence from international research that the environmental design of schools has a positive effect on teaching and learning. Explores the potential benefits of: thermal comfort, fresh air, daylight, views outside, acoustic performance, and the size and layout of teaching spaces.
Author
Murphy, C. and Thorne, A.
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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The Capitol Building
Bracknell
BRE
UK
