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Improved Learning with Daylighting

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Improved Learning with Daylighting

It has been proven that a school’s indoor environment has a significant impact on student learning and staff effectiveness. Daylighting has been shown to improve concentration, reduce behavioral issues and more, making it a key strategy for improving school environments. Learn more in the Daylighting in Education brochure, which is packed with case studies, product information, useful links and more.


January 12, 2016

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