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Use natural light

Use natural light

Natural lighting provides several benefits, such as reducing energy consumption and costs, enhancing health and well-being, increasing productivity and creativity, and promoting sustainable building practices. The following statistics support the use of natural lighting:

  • Energy Consumption: Lighting accounts for 15% of a typical building's energy consumption. Replacing artificial lighting with natural light can save up to 75% of lighting energy use, according to the Carbon Trust, a UK-based organization.
  • Cost Savings: The International Energy Agency estimates that natural lighting can reduce energy bills by up to 40%, resulting in significant cost savings for businesses.
  • Health and Well-being: Studies show that natural light can reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and enhance cognitive function. For instance, a UK-based study found that hospital patients exposed to natural light had shorter hospital stays and required less pain medication than those with artificial light.
  • Productivity and Creativity: A study by the World Green Building Council found that offices with more natural light had a 15% increase in productivity and an 6% increase in creativity compared to those with less natural light.
  • Sustainability: Natural lighting is a sustainable building practice that contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It can also reduce the need for artificial lighting, which further saves energy and reduces the carbon footprint of buildings.

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