A research seminar connected urban-metabolism modelling, agency and philosophy of science. The seminar examined how conceptual definitions of agency affect model choice, system boundaries and interpretations of urban resource-use dynamics. The discussion centres on Agency, Modelling, Philosophy of science, and Urban metabolism.

The contribution is developed through Research seminar, conceptual analysis, and interdisciplinary discussion. The geographical or conceptual scope is Conceptual.

The contribution reflects the Lab’s interdisciplinary approach, combining quantitative and qualitative evidence to translate urban-metabolism research into planning, design, governance or policy.