Project Description
Our project focuses on the intricate interplay of microclimates and circularities within an innovative environmental research lab. Blending technology and ecology to explore, harness, study, and emulate the intricate processes of nature.
The heart of our research lab is a collection of five distinct biomes: a tropical rainforest, temperate deciduous forest, grassland, tundra, and desert. Each biome is housed within its climate-controlled chamber allowing us to recreate and study the unique microclimate conditions of these ecosystems. These chambers enable us to conduct experiments and collect data on the effects of various environmental factors on biodiversity, plant growth, and climate patterns.
What sets our project apart is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) throughout the building site. Artificial intelligence analyzes data collected from real-world climates to simulate the conditions of the respective biomes within our on-site biomes—bringing the environment to the researchers. The AI system plays a pivotal role in regulating and optimizing resource usage across the entire facility—managing essential resources such as water, temperature, waste, and more, with a focus on sustainability. By continually monitoring and transporting resources when needed, we aim to mimic nature’s methods of minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency, aligning our practices with the principles of environmental circularities.
This research lab embodies a biomimetic relationship with nature, mirroring its processes. By emulating nature’s circular systems, we seek to reduce our environmental footprint while advancing knowledge in environmental science and sustainable practices. Circular relationships between biomes, which may often span across the planet and/or across months, are simplified in terms of surpluses and shortages to maximize sustainability opportunities.