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Title Greening Smart Cities: An Investigation Of The Integration Of Urban Natural Resources And Smart City Technologies For Promoting Environmental Sustainability
ID_Doc 28456
Authors Hui C.X.; Dan G.; Alamri S.; Toghraie D.
Year 2023
Published Sustainable Cities and Society, 99
DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2023.104985
Abstract The integration of urban natural resources and smart city technologies as a means to promote sustainability is investigated in this study using a descriptive-analytical literature review. The study identifies key elements associated with the incorporation of green spaces and smart technologies within smart cities. The findings show that green spaces can promote environmental sustainability in smart cities when utilized as renewable energy sources, natural filters, and public spaces. However, effectively managing green spaces requires the implementation of smart technologies such as sensors to monitor and analyze data on factors such as air pollution, temperature, and irrigation levels. The study evaluates the challenges of green space data analysis such as cost, data reliability, privacy, and expertise, and reveals that Western and Eastern cities take different approaches to green space data analysis, focusing on environmental/social and urban planning benefits respectively. The importance of technologies and policies aimed at addressing environmental issues in disadvantaged communities, including air pollution, is emphasized. Effective strategies such as the deployment of air quality sensors, green infrastructure, and transit-oriented development can improve air quality and health, though success depends on policy design, resources, and infrastructure. Furthermore, the study explores the potential of advanced technologies and strategies to manage sustainable energy resources in smart cities, including smart grids, renewable energy, and energy-efficient buildings. The study also discusses the potential of smart technologies such as precision irrigation, smart metering, and waste management initiatives to reduce water usage and waste. The study concludes that technology and policy innovation can converge to yield environmental wellbeing through efficiency and reduced harm. By embracing sustainability, communities can lead in creating livable smart cities. The findings offer insights for policymakers, planners, and researchers on managing natural resources and promoting sustainable development in smart cities.
Author Keywords Environmental wellbeing; Smart cities; Smart technologies; Sustainability; Urban natural resources


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