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Fitwel is a leading global certification system focused on optimizing buildings to improve the health and productivity of their occupants. It was created by public health and design experts from the U.S. government (CDC and GSA) to combat disease through practical changes in the built environment.
Fitwel strategies promote physical activity, access to healthy food, and user safety. This translates into higher tenant satisfaction, increased asset value, and strong positioning within ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investment standards.
Unlike other certifications, Fitwel is a science-based, point-driven system. The project is evaluated through a digital platform where implemented strategies are recorded. Leaf Global guides the implementation of these improvements to achieve a rating of 1, 2, or 3 stars.
Fitwel stands out as a low-cost, high-impact certification. It does not require expensive prerequisites or mandatory field audits, allowing for a faster and more economical implementation focused on design solutions and operational policies that generate a quick return.
It is aimed at building managers of existing properties, multifamily residential developers, and commercial property owners. It is the ideal option for those seeking a globally recognized health certification that is accessible, fast to implement, and easy to scale across multiple properties.
It is based on more than 55 design and operational strategies across areas such as pedestrian accessibility, indoor air quality, common spaces, natural lighting, and physical activity promotion (e.g., stair use). It has no mandatory prerequisites, making it highly flexible.
Fitwel focuses on simple, high-impact interventions for health and well-being, with less complex requirements than other certifications, enabling wellness benefits with lower investment.
The timeline is usually short (1–3 months) and depends on the project stage, scope, and the implementation of the required strategies for each star level.
Outdoor spaces and amenities, access to services, indoor air quality, and building management policies are usually the most relevant for marketing and differentiation.
Yes. Fitwel adapts well to mixed-use and multifamily developments through specific strategies tailored to each type of occupancy and shared spaces.
We design relevant indicators (occupancy, health, savings, community acceptance), collect evidence, and prepare summarized reports and investor-oriented presentations.
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