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“It has dawned on me that we are the ‘guinea pigs’ of modern living.” With these words, Anders Dam Vestergaard makes a valid point: Today, we spend up to 90% of our lives indoors. “In the past, people would spend 14 hours working in fields. But we are the 'indoor generation’, making the quality of our indoor environments more crucial than ever before.”   After six years at VELUX, Anders has gained deep insight into how important air quality, daylight and ventilation are to our health and well-being.  "If we don’t get enough daylight, our ability to learn diminishes. If we don’t ventilate properly, we suffer headaches and have difficulty concentrating. Over time, poor indoor air quality can even lead to serious health issues such as asthma.“ That’s why Anders highlights the need for a more holistic approach to the way we build and renovate our homes. “We need to take a more people-centered approach to our buildings. Today, construction is primarily focused on energy efficiency, but we pay far too little attention to how our buildings affect our health – both physically and mentally.“ According to Anders, small changes in our daily habits can make a real difference:  ⭐ Listen to your body – when do you sleep well? When do you feel most refreshed? Where do you thrive the most and why? By becoming more aware of how our surroundings affect us, we can start creating healthier indoor environments.  ⭐ Go outside – exposure to sunlight, fresh air, and being outdoors are essential for feeling good. We need to restore the balance between indoor and outdoor living. ⭐ When indoors, ensure you are in rooms that provide a good balance of daylight and fresh air - ideally with a view of the outdoors.

Turning waste into wins! ♻️ Handcrafted at our prototype workshop in Østbirk, Denmark, this trophy represents our commitment to sustainability and innovation. The shape – the V – has the exact same dimensions as the V in VELUX, while the top represents our flat roof window, which was the driver of this initiative. This one-of-a-kind trophy, made from recycled production materials, will be awarded to the winners of an internal campaign at VELUX to celebrate the versatility of our flat roof windows. In the upcoming weeks, we will show you the possibilities that a flat roof window can bring to spaces. Stay tuned!

At VELUX, we are taking steps—literally and figuratively. Leading up to International Women’s Day, employees across our global locations participated in our “Did You Know” Walk. This event provided a chance to engage in meaningful conversations about the unique barriers women face in prioritising their physical health and how we can support one another. In addition to the walk, we’ve shared simple desk exercises that anyone can do during the workday. These exercises focus on movement, mobility, and making physical health a priority in everyday life. Small actions, like stretching or adjusting posture, can make a big difference in how we feel and function. Let’s continue to challenge barriers, advocate for change, and champion the right of all women and girls to lead healthier lives — on their own terms. Join us in walking the talk for a healthier, more inclusive future! #IWD2025 #Allyship

Embracing Circular Business for a Sustainable Future ♻️ At VELUX, we believe that waste does not need to be an inevitable part of the design process. By rethinking how we build, we can keep valuable resources in use and eliminate waste from the start. Buildings should be part of a circular economy.  Choosing renewable, recyclable, and responsibly sourced materials reduces environmental impact and supports long-term sustainability efforts. Learn more about how we are committed to becoming a circular business: https://lnkd.in/dcWfXjUz

Imagine a world where the time we spend indoors is good for our health and well-being 💭🏠 We believe that healthy buildings should be the standard – places where people can live, learn, work, play, or recover in comfort and health. Yet, too many Europeans are still living in unhealthy buildings, with 1 in 4 experiencing poor indoor air quality due to insufficient ventilation. Let’s rather design homes where fresh air flows naturally, and indoor pollutants are kept in check. With 90% of our time spent indoors, it's time we rethink buildings – not just for energy efficiency, but for the well-being of the people inside. ℹ️ Healthy Buildings Barometer 2024

Why sponsor cycling? For VELUX, it's about more than just sport. It's about bringing our promise of daylight and fresh air to life on a global stage. Cycling allows us to engage with our community, inspire healthier lifestyles, and reinforce our values of daylight and fresh air. Together, we can make a difference! 🌞🌿 🚴♀️🌍 #VELUXOnTour #ChasingDaylight   Photo: A.S.O. Charly Lopez

Ever wish you had a helping hand to air out every day? You are not alone. Studies show that with electric windows, people ventilate their homes twice as often compared to manual windows. The recommendation is to let in fresh air 3-4 times a day to avoid moisture and a bad indoor environment. Did you know that damp and mouldy environments can increase the risk of developing asthma by 40%. Damp dwellings can also provoke allergic reactions. There is only one effective long-term solution to beating the consequences of a poor indoor climate – to replace the stale air with fresh air. Good thing we can let technology do the work when it is difficult to reach those flat roof windows 🪟🔌

Exciting Product News! 🌟 We're thrilled to introduce our new Electrical Blinds, launching this spring across all European markets! These blinds feature a sleek, slim design that lets in more daylight and a new in-reach slider for effortless manual adjustments. Enjoy total blackout when needed, smooth and silent operation, and the convenience of connectivity from anywhere using VELUX App Control. With most of us spending 90% of our time indoors, controlling temperature and light has never been more important.

In collaboration with key suppliers, VELUX is investigating how to achieve further reductions in our product and overall carbon footprint. Great strides were made in this endeavour when we signed a 10-year long-term commercial agreement with ArcelorMittal for the supply of low-carbon emissions steel. Jesus Ignacio Villalba Sainz de Aja talks about the importance of this partnership in helping to acheive our scope 3 and decarbonisation objectives.

Rethinking Buildings for a Healthier Future 🏘️ At VELUX, we believe buildings should support both people and the planet. For the past 20 years, we've explored the future of healthy buildings through full-scale experiments. Today's buildings must provide better indoor air quality, daylight, and comfort without compromising sustainability. By rethinking materials and design choices, we can create spaces that promote health and productivity while reducing emissions. The building industry must lead the change. To meet climate goals and improve well-being, we need a shift toward healthier, more sustainable buildings. And it needs to happen collaboratively. Learn more about our approach: https://lnkd.in/dH8GZyyr