View Smart Windows installed at Amazon office in Redmond

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View, Inc. (NASDAQ: VIEW) announced the installation of View Smart Windows in Amazon's new office building in Redmond, Washington. This initiative supports Amazon's commitment to employee health and wellness, enhancing workplace productivity through improved access to natural light while minimizing glare and heat. The windows utilize artificial intelligence to optimize energy efficiency, potentially reducing HVAC and lighting energy consumption by up to 20%. Additionally, the building features View Immersive Experience, transforming windows into interactive displays.

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• View Smart Windows installation enhances Amazon's employee wellness initiatives.
• Potential 20% reduction in energy consumption from HVAC and lighting.
• Partnership with Amazon strengthens View's market visibility and credibility.

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• None.

Redmond, Washington office building reflects Amazon’s commitment to employee health and wellness and supports the company’s Climate Pledge

SEATTLE and MILPITAS, Calif., April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- View, Inc. (NASDAQ: VIEW) (“View”), the leader in smart building technologies, announced that Amazon has completed installation of View Smart Windows in its new leased office at 16331 NE 72nd Way, in Redmond, Washington.

The building is enclosed with View Smart Windows, which use artificial intelligence to automatically adjust in response to outdoor conditions, maximizing access to natural light and outdoor views while controlling heat and glare. Numerous studies have shown that natural light improves our health, wellness, and productivity. Amazon is a global leader in innovative programs for employee health and wellbeing, and this office building extends that initiative.

“Our offices provide important spaces for employees to come together to collaborate and invent on behalf of our customers,” said John Schoettler, vice president of Global Real Estate and Facilities for Amazon. “Innovative solutions like View Smart Windows will help us create modern working environments that prioritize employee wellness and increase the enjoyability of the office environment, all while reducing our carbon footprint.”

View Smart Windows will help Amazon reach its goals in The Climate Pledge—a commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2040. View Smart Windows reduce energy consumption from HVAC and lighting by as much as 20%.

“We’re thrilled to team up with Amazon in their effort to create an environment that allows their employees to innovate and passionately serve customers,” said Dr. Rao Mulpuri, CEO of View. “The future of the office will be determined by forward-thinking companies and their commitment to health, wellness, and sustainability.”

Amazon’s Redmond building also includes View Immersive Experience, a wall of windows that transform into transparent, high-definition, touch screen displays. The displays will provide an immersive platform for all-hands meetings, interactive remote collaboration, entertainment, and more.

Resources:

• Daylight & The Workplace Study
• EVOLV Study
• Amazon Co-Founds The Climate Pledge
  

About View
View is the leader in smart building technologies that transform buildings to improve human health and experience, reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, and generate additional revenue for building owners. View Smart Windows use artificial intelligence to automatically adjust in response to the sun, eliminating the need for blinds and increasing access to natural light. Every View installation includes a cloud-connected smart building platform that can easily be extended to further reimagine the occupant experience. View is installed and designed into more than 90 million square feet of buildings, including offices, hospitals, airports, educational facilities, hotels, and multi-family residences. For more information, please visit: www.view.com.

Contacts:
For Investors:
Samuel Meehan
View, Inc.
IR@View.com
408-493-1358

For Media: 
Tom Nolan
Great Ink Communications
tom@greatink.com
908-392-0333

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FAQ

What is the significance of View Smart Windows in Amazon's new office?

View Smart Windows enhance employee wellness and productivity by maximizing natural light and reducing glare.

How much energy can View Smart Windows save?

They can reduce energy consumption from HVAC and lighting by up to 20%.

What is the project location for the View Smart Windows installation?

The installation is located at Amazon's new office at 16331 NE 72nd Way, Redmond, Washington.

What technology does View Smart Windows use?

They use artificial intelligence to automatically adjust based on outdoor conditions.

How does this partnership with Amazon impact View's business?

The partnership enhances View's market visibility and aligns with its health and sustainability goals.