Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (VHL) collaborates with public and private parties in so-called Living Labs.
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4 June
Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (VHL) collaborates with public and private parties in so-called Living Labs.
At Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (VHL), we conduct practice-based research that provides innovative solutions to complex societal challenges, such as the four transitions. A key element in our approach is the use of living labs, an internationally recognised method in which various stakeholders collaborate on practice-based solutions.
Our strategic ambition is to contribute to the four transitions through value creation. At HVHL, we work on current issues in various sectors of society through our living labs. A living lab is a dynamic environment where co-creation and participatory design are central. Students, lecturers, and researchers work together with practice-based professionals on real issues. Research, teaching, and innovation all take place simultaneously. This means that all stakeholders contribute their expertise and learn through doing, while contributing to practical solutions.
By embedding internationalisation in our research and developing a select number of strong living labs, we provide a diverse network and a mature ecosystem of regional actors. Our living labs are based on equal collaboration with local stakeholders, based on local self-reliance. This means, for example, that we work locally with educational institutions, governments, citizens and other regional stakeholders.
Below is an overview of our main living labs in the Netherlands:
This living lab focuses on innovative water management solutions on Terschelling. Students and researchers work with local water managers to develop sustainable and effective water management strategies. Contact person: Ineke Baan (ineke.baan@hvhl.nl)
This living lab is an incubator for various projects aimed at regional development and sustainability in Northeast Fryslân. Together with local communities and businesses, we seek innovative solutions to regional issues. Contact person: Inge de Vries (inge.devries@hvhl.nl)
This living lab is an incubator for various projects aimed at regional development and sustainability in Northeast Fryslân. Together with local communities and businesses, we seek innovative solutions to regional issues.. Contact person: Niek de Boer (niek.deboer@hvhl.nl)
In the East Netherlands, we work in the Achterhoek region on projects that support regional development, with a focus on sustainability and social innovation. This living lab is a partnership between local communities, businesses and our university of applied sciences. Contact person: Gerard Robijn (gerard.robijn@hvhl.nl)
This future living lab, stemming from the current peatland project, will focus on developing climate-resilient dairy farming practices. This involves finding ways to make dairy farming sustainable and future-proof. Contact person: Robert Baars
This living lab combines several projects focused on the Wadden Sea and surrounding area. Our goal is to find innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges facing this unique ecosystem.. Contact person: Mindert de Vries and Niek de Boer (niek.deboer@hvhl.nl).
