The UC Berkeley Living Lab Program Pilot, with support from a 2-year grant from the Global Climate Leadership Council, will seek to establish a lasting program on campus that provides strategic leadership and administrative infrastructure for living labs projects.
The Vision: Beyond the Classroom
The climate crisis demands more than theoretical solutions; it requires a radical reimagining of how we live, work, and power our world. At UC Berkeley, we aren't just studying the energy transition—we are building it.
The UC Berkeley Living Lab Program Pilot is a strategic engine that transforms our 1,200-acre campus and the surrounding community into an iterative testing ground for fossil-free pathways. We are breaking down the silos between academic research and campus operations to create a unified laboratory for shared flourishing.
Why Your Investment Matters
When you fund the Living Lab, you aren’t just making a donation; you are fueling a "testing ground" for sustainable development. Your support enables the co-production of knowledge where students, faculty, and staff work side-by-side to deliver real-world impact.
1. Cultivating the Next Generation of Climate Leaders
2. Accelerating High-Return Research
3. Scaling Solutions for Global Impact