Ulrike Pitha

Priv.-Doz. Dipl.-Ing.Dr. Ulrike Pitha is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Soil Bioengineering and Landscape Construction, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna. Her work focuses on Vegetation Technology, Green Infrastructure, and Sustainable Landscape Construction, with expertise in integrating bio-based solutions into urban planning.

• Academic Affiliation: Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure
• Key Research Areas: Urban Microclimate Regulation, Stormwater Management, Permeable Pavement Systems, Nature-Based Solutions

Her recent 15 publications (2012–2025) span topics like green roofs, vertical greening systems, greywater treatment, and climate-resilient urban design, emphasizing environmental engineering, plant-soil interactions, and sustainable materials. She has contributed to scientific panels (e.g., Innovationsnetzwerk Funktionsfassade, Regentropfen Society) and supervised 15+ theses (2008–2025) on urban greening, turfgrass resilience, and pollutant reduction. Pitha’s community engagement includes media appearances (ORF, Die Presse) and editorial roles in journals like BIOTOPE CITY JOURNAL and Sustainability, ensuring her research bridges academia and societal impact.