Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air

Indoor air quality isn’t just about comfort—it’s about health, productivity, and resilience. At Climate Week NYC, Rachel Hodgdon, President & CEO of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), unveiled the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air: a coalition of 100+ commissioners from nearly 30 countries dedicated to making clean air a fundamental right.

In this conversation with Ken Biberaj, Rachel explains why IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) is the next frontier in climate and public health, what global blueprints will deliver by 2026, and how every one of us—from CEOs to parents at home—can take action today.

Key Takeaways from the Conversation:
Air is Health
Why poor air quality leads to illness, lost productivity, and even premature death—and why most people don’t see it.

A Global Coalition
100+ commissioners across 30 countries are driving awareness and policy.

Innovation Abroad
From live IAQ dashboards in China to automated ventilation systems across Asia, what the U.S. can learn globally.

From Research to Action
Why data and peer-reviewed papers aren’t enough—and how the commission will turn knowledge into public policy.

Practical Steps at Home
What anyone can do today: monitor air quality, change filters, ventilate when cooking, and choose low-VOC products.

Why This Conversation Matters:
“Air is everywhere—and everyone has a role to play.” — Rachel Hodgdon, IWBI

Clean air affects learning, cognition, disease prevention, and workplace performance. The Global Commission proves that addressing climate change isn’t only about carbon—it’s about people.