Living Labs have become a key approach for addressing complex challenges in climate change and sustainability research by fostering collaboration between science, society, and practice. This interactive workshop explores how Living Labs work in practice and how they can be successfully designed and implemented in transdisciplinary research settings.
Through expert impulses and interactive discussion formats, participants will gain a deeper understanding of core Living Lab principles, practical implementation strategies, and critical success factors. The workshop offers space for exchange and discussion, enabling participants to reflect on their own research and practice and develop ideas on how to apply the Living Lab approach in their specific contexts.
Workshop Focus
This interactive workshop will focus on:
- Why are Living Labs important?
- How do Living Labs work (key characteristics and principles)?
- How can Living Labs be implemented?
Workshop Insights
Insights from three Living Labs:
- Dr. Andrea Jany: Built environment and residents engagement (EU Projects DeCO2 & HeriSol)
- Dr. Andreas Exner: Food systems and sustainable diets (EU Project FEAST)
- Victoria Yavorskaya, MSc: Sustainable business models for ecosystem services (Interreg Project Forest EcoValue)