• Marketplace
  • Resources
  • Business Directory
  • Events
  • Advertise
  • Brand Pulse
  • Publish a Press Release
  • Get the Newsletter
  • Contact
  • About Us
The FUTURE OF WORK® since 2003
Allwork.Space
No Result
View All Result
Subscribe
  • More
    • Columnists
      • Dr. Gleb Tsipursky – The Office Whisperer
      • Nirit Cohen – WorkFutures
      • Angela Howard – Culture Expert
      • Drew Jones – Design & Innovation
      • Jonathan Price – CRE & Flex Expert
    • Get the Newsletter
    • Events
    • Advertise With Us
    • Publish a Press Release
    • Brand PulseNew
    • Partner Portal
  • Latest News
  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Work-life
  • Career Growth
  • Tech
  • Design
  • Workforce
  • Coworking
  • CRE
  • Podcast
  • More
    • Columnists
      • Dr. Gleb Tsipursky – The Office Whisperer
      • Nirit Cohen – WorkFutures
      • Angela Howard – Culture Expert
      • Drew Jones – Design & Innovation
      • Jonathan Price – CRE & Flex Expert
    • Get the Newsletter
    • Events
    • Advertise With Us
    • Publish a Press Release
    • Brand PulseNew
    • Partner Portal
  • Latest News
  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Work-life
  • Career Growth
  • Tech
  • Design
  • Workforce
  • Coworking
  • CRE
  • Podcast
No Result
View All Result
Subscribe
Allwork.Space
No Result
View All Result
Advertisements
Nexudus - Tech Stack Lovers
Home News

Healthier, Happier, and Greener: Valencia’s 4-Day Work Week Success Story

A four-day work week experiment in the Spanish city of Valencia found that it improved the well-being of employees and cut carbon emissions.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
October 18, 2023
in News
Reading Time: 2 mins read
A A
Healthier, Happier, and Greener: Valencia's 4-Day Work Week Success Story

More stories for you

U.S. Federal Report Finds RTO Fails When Compared To Remote Work

U.S. Federal Report Finds RTO Fails When Compared To Remote Work

10 hours ago
Most Workers Expect To Become Caregivers But Remain Unprepared For Long-Term Responsibilities

Most Workers Expect To Become Caregivers But Remain Unprepared For Long-Term Responsibilities

1 week ago
This Train Company Is Turning Its Trains And Stations Into Coworking Spaces

This Train Company Is Turning Its Trains And Stations Into Coworking Spaces

1 week ago
Spain Considering Cutting Workweek From 40 To 37.5 Hours For 12.5 Million Workers

Spain Considering Cutting Workweek From 40 To 37.5 Hours For 12.5 Million Workers

1 week ago

In a recent pilot program conducted in Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city, it was found that a four-day work week significantly improved the health and mental well-being of employees.  

As reported by Reuters, the city scheduled local holidays on four consecutive Mondays between April 10 and May 7, affecting 360,000 workers. The move resulted in lower stress levels, improved self-perceived health status, and a higher sense of happiness, mood, and personal satisfaction. 

Advertisements
Maximize Flexible Space Revenue

The program wasn’t just beneficial for the workers’ health. It’s also reported that there was a notable drop in vehicle usage on those four Mondays, which led to improved air quality due to reduced nitrogen dioxide emissions. However, it’s worth noting that there was an increase in tobacco and alcohol consumption among some participants. 

The extended weekends also allowed more time for personal pursuits like reading, studying, watching films, and delving into hobbies like photography and music. Children, in particular, benefited from the improved work-life balance their parents experienced. 

Advertisements
Maximize Flexible Space Revenue

However, the effects on businesses were mixed. While the hospitality and tourism industries saw a surge in customers during the extended weekends, retailers experienced a dip in sales, according to Reuters. Additionally, emergency medical services faced potential overextension due to more healthcare workers taking time off. 

The promising outcomes from Valencia’s pilot program suggest that a four-day work week could be a viable solution to promoting worker well-being and environmental health. As the global workforce continues to demand greater flexibility, and as companies and governments prioritize both employee well-being and sustainability, it’s plausible that such initiatives will gain traction in the future. 

Advertisements
Subscribe to the Future of Work Newsletter
Source: Reuters
Tags: digital nomadsRemote WorkWork-life Balance
Share5Tweet3Share1
Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

Other Stories Recommended For You

U.S. Federal Report Finds RTO Fails When Compared To Remote Work
Leadership

U.S. Federal Report Finds RTO Fails When Compared To Remote Work

byDr. Gleb Tsipursky
10 hours ago

Return-to-office mandates surge despite data showing remote work boosts talent, savings and performance.

Read more
Most Workers Expect To Become Caregivers But Remain Unprepared For Long-Term Responsibilities

Most Workers Expect To Become Caregivers But Remain Unprepared For Long-Term Responsibilities

1 week ago
This Train Company Is Turning Its Trains And Stations Into Coworking Spaces

This Train Company Is Turning Its Trains And Stations Into Coworking Spaces

1 week ago
Spain Considering Cutting Workweek From 40 To 37.5 Hours For 12.5 Million Workers

Spain Considering Cutting Workweek From 40 To 37.5 Hours For 12.5 Million Workers

1 week ago
Advertisements
Yardi Kube automates flex and coworking operations
Advertisements
Disaster Avoidance Experts

Unlock your competitive edge in tomorrow's workplace.

Join a community of forward-thinking professionals who get exclusive access to the latest news, trends, and innovations that are shaping the future of work.

©2024 Allwork.Space News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Exploring the Future Of Work® since 2003.

Advertise   Newsletters   Privacy Policy   Terms Of Use   About Us   Contact   Submit a Press Release   Brand Pulse   Podcast   Events   

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Latest News
  • Topics
    • Business
    • Leadership
    • Work-life
    • Workforce
    • Career Growth
    • Design
    • Tech
    • Coworking
    • Marketing
    • CRE
  • Podcast
  • Events
  • About Us
  • Solutions
    • Advertise | Media Kit
    • Publish a Press Release
    • Brand Pulse
Subscribe

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.
-
00:00
00:00

Queue

Update Required Flash plugin
-
00:00
00:00