Measuring Impact Survey Question Examples

Measuring Social Impact Survey

Questions for your Stakeholders

1. How has your participation in the Living Lab changed your sense of belonging to your community?

   • Likert scale: 1 = No change, 5 = Significant increase

2. Have you formed new social connections through the Living Lab?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

3. Would you recommend participation in the Living Lab to others?

   • Why or why not?

4. Have you noticed any positive changes in community collaboration since the Living Lab started?

   • Yes/No

Observations & Metrics:

• Number of active volunteers and frequency of their participation.

• Changes in community event participation levels over time.

• Social media engagement or discussions about the Living Lab.

Measuring Economic Impact

Survey Questions for Your Organisation

1. Has the Living Lab introduced you to new funding, grants, or investment opportunities? your community?

   • Yes/No

2. Have stakeholders gained any new skills that could improve your employability or economic stability?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

3. How has the organisation’s financial situation changed since initiating the Living Lab?

   • Open ended

4. Have you noticed any positive changes in the wellbeing of staff or stakeholders?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

Observations & Metrics:

• Changes in revenue for local businesses participating in the Living Lab.

• Number of new jobs/skills created as a result of the Living Lab.

• Reports of new financial support or investments linked to Living Lab initiatives.

• New business partnerships formed through the Living Lab.

Measuring Organisational Impact

Survey Questions for Your Organisation

1. Has your organization changed its strategy or focus due to the Living Lab?

2. Has the Living Lab influenced the way your organization collaborates with external stakeholders?

3. Have new roles or teams been created within your organization to support Living Lab initiatives?

4. Has your organization developed new policies or guidelines because of the Living Lab?

5. Have internal workflows changed due to Living Lab participation?

Observations & Metrics:

• Instances of new collaborations or partnerships resulting from the Living Lab.

• New funding or resources allocated within organisations to support Living Lab work.

• Shifting or new roles for teams within the organisation.

Measuring Environmental Impact

Survey Questions for Your Organisation

1. Has the Living Lab contributed to greater environmental awareness in your community?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

2. Have local businesses or organizations adopted more sustainable practices due to the Living Lab?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

3. Has your organisation changed any behaviors related to sustainability because of the Living Lab?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

4. Which of the following actions have you taken as a result of the Living Lab?

   • Select all that apply: Recycling, Reducing energy use, Reducing water use, Participating in circular economy, Upcycing or recycling resources, Repairing instead of discarding, Other

5. To what extent have these actions been maintained over time in your organisation?

   • Yes/No; If yes, describe how.

Observations & Metrics:

• Amount of resources or waste recycled or reused

• Number of sustainable practices adopted by participants and businesses

• Public or policy discussions initiated due to the Living Lab’s environmental work