Resources
Fitwel’s resources provide you with the information needed to advance health and wellbeing in your buildings and communities.
Fitwel v2.1 Scorecard Worksheet for Workplace, Multifamily Residential, & Retail (Excel)
Free
The Scorecard Worksheet can be used as a working document for teams to assess projects against the Fitwel Strategies. It includes the Fitwel Strategies, along with the associated scoring, public health impact, and compliance documentation required for certification.
Fitwel v2.1 Updates Summary
Free
The v2.1 Updates Summary details all changes and additions made to the Fitwel Strategies. It also summarizes the new resources and products available.
Fitwel v2.1 Reference Guide for Workplace
$100
The v2.1 Reference Guide includes detailed information on the Fitwel Standard, including the strategies applicable to workplace properties, their associated public health rationales, and the compliance documentation required for certification.
Download supplemental materials for free below—including the Portal Guide, a step-by-step guide for using the Fitwel Portal, Glossary of terms, Scorecards Strategy Alignment, and Research Highlights.
*Registration with the Fitwel Ambassadors program, includes the Reference Guide as part of the course.
Fitwel v2.1 Reference Guide for Multifamily Residential
$100
The v2.1 Reference Guide includes detailed information on the Fitwel Standard, including the strategies applicable to multifamily residential properties, their associated public health rationales, and the compliance documentation required for certification.
Download supplemental materials for free below—including the Portal Guide, a step-by-step guide for using the Fitwel Portal, Glossary of terms, Scorecards Strategy Alignment, and Research Highlights.
*Registration with the Fitwel Ambassadors program, includes the Reference Guide as part of the course.
Fitwel v2.1 Reference Guide for Retail
$100
The v2.1 Reference Guide includes detailed information on the Fitwel Standard, including the strategies applicable to retail properties, their associated public health rationales, and the compliance documentation required for certification.
Download supplemental materials for free below—including the Portal Guide, a step-by-step guide for using the Fitwel Portal, Glossary of terms, Scorecards Strategy Alignment, and Research Highlights.
*Registration with the Fitwel Ambassadors program, includes the Reference Guide as part of the course.
Fitwel Glossary
Free
A list of terms accompanied by definitions, which are found in the Fitwel Strategies
Fitwel Portal Guide
Free
The Portal Guide instructs users on how to advance through the certification process using the Fitwel Portal, from registering and paying for a project, to going through the project review process.
Fitwel v2.1 Scorecards: Strategy Alignment (PDF)
Free
The Strategy Alignment provides a broad overview of the overlap between strategy names, numbers, and points in the Fitwel Multifamily Residential, Workplace, and Retail Scorecards in Fitwel v2.1.
Research Highlights
Free
The Fitwel Strategies are based on a strong foundation of data and evidence from scientific publications and documented best practices, along with input and guidance from experts from the fields of design and public health. This resource outlines a subset of citations that support the Fitwel Strategies in the Fitwel Scorecards for Workplace, Multifamily Residential, and Retail.
Building Owner-Tenant Collaboration Tool for Workplaces
Free
The Fitwel Building Owner-Tenant Collaboration Tool provides direction on the separate responsibilities of the building owner and tenant on applying the Fitwel Strategies to optimize health within all spaces of a workplace building.
Fitwel v2 Scorecard Worksheet for Workplace and Multifamily Residential (Excel)
Free
The Fitwel v2 Scorecard Excel worksheet file can be used as a working document for teams to assess projects against the Fitwel Strategies. It includes information for achieving Fitwel Certification, including the Fitwel Strategies, public health rationale, documentation required, and associated point allocations.
Fitwel v2 Scorecard Checklist for Workplace and Multifamily Residential (PDF)
Free
The Strategies PDF provides a brief listing of each of the Fitwel Strategies in Fitwel v2.
Fitwel v2 Reference Guide for Workplace
$100
The v2 Reference Guide includes detailed information on Fitwel and its workplace strategies, the associated public health rationale, documentation required for certification, glossary of terms, and a step-by-step guide for using the Fitwel Portal.
If you register for the Fitwel Ambassadors program, the Reference Guide is included as part of the course.
Fitwel v2 Reference Guide for Multifamily Residential
$100
The v2 Reference Guide includes detailed information on Fitwel and its multifamily residential strategies, the associated public health rationale, documentation required for certification, glossary of terms, and a step-by-step guide for using the Fitwel Portal.
If you register for the Fitwel Ambassadors program, the Reference Guide is included as part of the course.
Fitwel Ambassadors Course
$250
The Ambassador Course introduces the rationale and evidence used to develop Fitwel and its high impact strategies, while also familiarizing participants to the digital interface used for certification. The Course includes a 60-minute pre-recorded training video and access to the Fitwel Reference Guides for participants to take a follow up online exam. Once completed, Ambassadors receive recognition through a certificate and listing on fitwel.org, an introductory presentation, and AIA credits, when applicable. Ambassadors also receive a fast track through the project review and certification process. Please note that the Fitwel Ambassador Course and Exam are currently based on the Fitwel v2 Scorecard and Reference Guides. The Course will be updated to align with the Fitwel v2.1 content in Fall 2019.
Food and Nutrition in the Built Environment Course
$30.00
In response to popular demand, we are excited to announce the release of the first Fitwel Course on Food and Nutrition in the Built Environment. This will be the first in a series of courses, which are focused on the research, trends, and innovations connecting buildings and communities with health. These Courses mark an expansion of the Fitwel Ambassador program — As we continue to grow the Ambassador and ancillary professional programs, the Fitwel Courses will become an essential piece for individuals to signify their expertise and skills.
The Food and Nutrition in the Built Environment course highlights research and case study examples on the significant role that buildings can play in supporting healthy food access and behaviors that impact mental and physical health. The course will discuss how food access and choices impact the prevalence of chronic disease, and also cover specific strategies that can be implemented to support healthy eating.
Fitwel + Healthy Housing Rewards™ Fact Sheet
Free
This fact sheet provides information regarding Fitwel and Fannie Mae’s Healthy Housing Rewards™ program, which provides financial resources to advance healthy, affordable housing.
Fitwel Case Studies
Free
The case studies provide an overview from select companies that have successfully advanced through the Fitwel process to achieve certification and a Star Rating.
Download includes projects from:
- Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc.
- HDR
- Kilroy Realty Corporation
- Menkes Developments Ltd.
- Perkins+Will Minneapolis
- Anthem, Inc.
- The Tower Companies