Energy savings can equate to thousands of dollars worth of reductions in operating costs.
Reduced Potential Liability Comparative risk studies performed by the EPA and its Science Advisory Board consistently rank indoor air pollution among the top five environmental risks to public health. Poor indoor air quality leading to illness could result in increased liability. The benefits to employees and building owners can increase demand for sustainably designed buildings. Reducing long-term costs can also increase a building's net income. It is estimated that loss of productivity due to poor indoor air quality equates to billions of dollars annually.