Analyzing the Challenges for Future Smart and Sustainable Cities

The fast growth of the urban population increases the demand for energy, water, and transportation, amongst other needs. This study explores the current state and future scenarios of Smart Cities and the environmental, economic, and social challenges that must be overcome. We used the Rapid Review m...

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Published inSustainability Vol. 15; no. 10; p. 7996
Main Authors Paes, Vítor de Castro, Pessoa, Clinton Hudson Moreira, Pagliusi, Rodrigo Pereira, Barbosa, Carlos Eduardo, Argôlo, Matheus, de Lima, Yuri Oliveira, Salazar, Herbert, Lyra, Alan, de Souza, Jano Moreira
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Basel MDPI AG 01.05.2023
Subjects
21st century
Barriers
Biodiversity
Cities
Cities and towns
Decision making
Economic growth
Infrastructure
Internet of Things
Literature reviews
Population
Public participation
Quality of life
Smart cities
Smart growth
Sustainability
Sustainable urban development
Trends
Urban planning
Urban populations
Urbanization
Brazil
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Summary:The fast growth of the urban population increases the demand for energy, water, and transportation, amongst other needs. This study explores the current state and future scenarios of Smart Cities and the environmental, economic, and social challenges that must be overcome. We used the Rapid Review method to understand the challenges of implementing Smart Cities in different urban contexts and the potential impact of research on Smart City planning in future Smart Cities. The study offers insights into the potential for Smart City growth while identifying obstacles that must be addressed to ensure sustainability. Results serve as a foundation for planning and decision-making, highlighting aspects such as the adoption of alternative energies, reduction in car use, preservation of ecosystems, waste reduction, citizen participation, infrastructure, and citizen data privacy, among others. These aspects are essential to overcome obstacles and promoting Smart Cities’ development.
ISSN:2071-1050
2071-1050
DOI:10.3390/su15107996