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University living labs: tools for green transition and sustainable development
University living labs: tools for green transition and sustainable development

Author(s): Anna Góral, Sylwia Wrona, Beata Jałocha, Monika Jedynak
Subject(s): Higher Education , Green Transformation
Published by: Szkoła Główna Handlowa w Warszawie
Keywords: University Living Labs; Green Transition; Sustainable Development; scoping review;

Summary/Abstract: This study delves into the potential of living labs (LLs) as transformative tools for sustainabilityand green transition within university settings. Through a scoping review analyzing 38 scholarlyarticles, the research addresses the central question: How can living labs be a tool for transforminguniversities in the field of sustainability? The analysis reveals that universities frequently use livinglabs comprehensively in all three dimensions of sustainability. Living labs are identified as mul-tifaceted entities, serving as research methods, stakeholder collaboration platforms, educationaltools, and institutional frameworks. Additionally, the research underscores the significant role ofliving labs across various domains of university management. The findings suggest that living labsmay play pivotal roles in nurturing sustainable practices within academic institutions. This study contributes to the understanding of the dynamic interplay between living labs and sustainabilityinitiatives in higher education contexts.

  • Issue Year: 2024
  • Issue No: 54
  • Page Range: 73-91
  • Page Count: 19
  • Language: English
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