Healthy Materials Lab

The Healthy Materials Lab formed to build healthier lives for all people through the dramatic reduction of toxins in the building industry. This initiative aims to transform the way that building products are manufactured, eliminate avoidable toxics and support the creation of new materials. Through optimizing the health and transparency of building materials in the entire supply chain, the lives of all people will become healthier. 

This innovative collaboration between The New School and the Healthy Building Network will improve the lives of residents living in affordable housing by dramatically reducing the use of toxins in the building product supply chain. Reducing the use of toxic chemicals in the home, on construction sites and in the emissions from manufacturing facilities directly contributes to creating healthy and resilient communities.