Ambius Survey Finds 60% of Employees Would Take Pay Cut for Better Air Quality

A recent survey commissioned by Ambius (ambius.com) suggests that 60% of U.S. and Canadian workers would take a lower-paying job if it ensured better air quality, greater hygiene, and health-conscious colleagues than their current jobs provide. Ambius—the global leader in creating smarter, healthier spaces through hygiene, plants, and scenting services—found that 35% have already found a new job with better hygiene practices. The survey provides evidence that a shift in the awareness of clean and safe workplaces will be at the forefront of employee concerns, as 70% of those surveyed said they would be more likely to ask future employers about their health and hygiene policies and implementation before accepting future jobs.

“As the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted many of our workplaces to at-home environments, business leaders are trying to figure out how to safely bring back their employees,” said John Myers, president and CEO of Rentokil, the parent company of Ambius. “Based on our study, research shows that when workers return to their workplaces, their expectations and priorities have changed. A clean, hygienic and well-ventilated space with efficient air circulation and strategically placed hygiene stations are central to the idea of a safe workplace and will be expected by employees as they return to work. Physical health is important, but these measures also contribute to the mental health and overall well-being of employees.”

Clean, pure, and healthy air (62%), efficient air circulation (54%), regular disinfecting (52%) and natural lighting (50%) were some of the most popular responses to what these top features are. Stale and stuffy working rooms (47%), unpleasant odors (42%), and poor ventilation (42%) were all selected as factors that would create a stressful and anxious workplace environment. (See comprehensive study results at ambius.com/offices/workplace-wellbeing-returning-to-work.)

With a layered approach, Ambius helps brands inspire confidence with every interaction and integrates hygiene health and safety into the brand experience. For more information, visit ambius.com and connect with Ambius on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@Ambius).