A research lab at ICTA-UAB
Liven Lab is a research laboratory based at the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (ICTA-UAB). It was founded in 2022 by researcher Cristina Madrid López.
At a glance
LIVEN Research Lab
Energy policy and models are too focused on decarbonisation. They leave aside other environmental impacts that must be considered to ensure sustainable energy transition pathways, such as impacts on biodiversity, raw material requirements or water and land use. In the LIVEN project we develop and adapt the environmental assessment tool ENBIOS to overcome these limitations of current energy system models.
Our objective is to create an environmental assessment tool capable of improving decision-making when it comes to choosing between different energy policies in a specific geographical location.
Energy policy and models must take into account environmental impacts.
Energy Modelling
We develop open-source energy models that integrate environmental and resource considerations, providing insights beyond carbon emissions.
Sustainability Assessment
We evaluate energy policies through a systems-based approach, considering environmental, social, and resource impacts to inform sustainable transitions.
Citizen Science
We engage citizens in co-creating knowledge, fostering inclusive participation to enhance transparency and support equitable energy futures.
LIVEN in Numbers
12
Team members
93
Publications
25
Partners
