Smart Cities: Critical Debates on Big Data, Urban Development and Social Environmental Sustainability

Smart solutions for cities are leading to an unsustainable future, this book examines critical topics in Smart Cities such as true sustainability and the resilience required for all cities. It explores sustainability issues in agriculture and the role of agri-technology for a sustainable future, and considers how energy efficiency can be achieved through behavioral change.

Format: Hardback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In the face of the ever-evolving challenges posed by global climate change, society is poised to demand cities that possess the ability to become self-sufficient in terms of their environmental footprint, while also demonstrating resilience in the face of diverse environmental adversities and expeditious recovery. It is noteworthy that a multitude of smart solutions being implemented in cities are inadvertently leading us towards an unsustainable future, characterized by heightened electrification, increased reliance on the Internet and its associated technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), as well as any other technology that drives increased electricity consumption. This book delves into critical aspects of smart cities, including the pursuit of genuine sustainability and the requisite resilience that must be upheld for all urban centers. It explores the multifaceted sustainability challenges in agriculture and the crucial role of agri-technology in fostering a sustainable future, encompassing a city's capacity to locally produce food for its inhabitants.

The book offers a comprehensive examination of various emerging forms of transportation infrastructure and cutting-edge vehicle technology. It also considers the potential for achieving energy efficiency through behavioral change, particularly through targeted building operations. Smart Cities: Critical Debates on Big Data, Urban Development, and Social Environmental Sustainability serves as a valuable resource for professionals engaged in the fields of environmental, civil, and transportation engineering, urban planning, and political leadership. By raising awareness about the diverse environmental implications of smart cities and redirecting attention towards critical urban infrastructure that will be essential in addressing future challenges such as climate change, food insecurity, natural hazards, energy production, and resilience, this book plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of urban development.

Weight: 646g
Dimension: 162 x 238 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032220420