Sonali’s research focuses on sustainability assessment in the built environment sector, with particular emphasis on life cycle analysis (LCA), climate-neutral and resource-efficient construction, circular economy strategies, and the Resource Nexus approach.
At UNU-FLORES, she contributes to the Cluster of Excellence “Climate-Neutral and Resource-Efficient Construction” (CARE) as a Doctoral Researcher, supporting interdisciplinary and sustainable approaches for resource-efficient construction.
Her long-term vision is to contribute to sustainable, resilient, and resource-efficient solutions for the built environment in the Global South through interdisciplinary research, innovation, and international collaboration.
UNU-FLORES Focus Areas:
- Sustainable Buildings and Construction
- Transformed Landscapes
Research Interests:
- Sustainable Built Environment
- Resource Nexus
- Sustainability Analysis
- Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
Appointments:
- Working Student, TUM Venture Labs, Munich, Germany
- Research Assistant, University of Perdeniya, Sri Lanka
- Research Engineer, GAP Pvt. Ltd, Sri Lanka