UT Field Lab (formerly the Living Innovation Lab (LILa)) -
Green Infrastructure

Timeline

Design phase
2022-2024
The research building is designed, permits are arranged, and existing research is used as a foundation for developing the green infrastructure plans.

Organizational phase
2025
Financial and practical commitments are made with relevant organizations.

Construction phase
2025-2026
The research building, where the impacts of different green roofs and green walls can be tested, is constructed using sustainable practices. The building is used by students and researchers, and can be visited.

Data phase
2026-50+years?
Data gathering is possible. Data is processed and analysed for research. From year one (2026) three different types of green roofs are tested, and from year two (2027) three types of green walls are added.