Smart Cities

Why do we need smart city

UN SDGs GOAL11

Smart City

How smart CITIES benefit our life

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What should we concerned

Why do we need smart city?

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Urbanization is increasing and there will be nearly 7 out of 10 people living in the city by 2050. (The wWorldBank, 2022). The smart city urban development vision aligns with UN SDGs goal11, which seeks to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe and sustainable.

% of people living in cities

2050

2008

2022

1950

70%

50%

56%

29%

"How Smart Cities Benefit our Life"

"What Should We Concerned"

Sustainability

Security

Energy Management

lack of Coordination

Gathering energy usage data through meters to advise people on how to mitigate the usage

Privacy & surveillance

Inequality

Cost

Water Management

Detect water quality by using camera analytics to examine marine life in water

Efficiency

As smart cities rely on technology and data, they are also vulnerable to cyber attacks and other forms of digital disruption.

Traffic Monitoring

Cameras with video analytics to detect and privent traffic congestion and accidents.

As smart cities often rely on technology and data, there are concerns that this could lead to inequality if not all residents have access to or are able to use these technologies.

Light Control

Sensors and controllers in public light allows light to dim if no presence is deteced for energy saveing.

As smart cities involve the integration of many different technologies and systems, there is a risk of lack of coordination and collaboration among different agencies and stakeholders.

Security

CCTV

Implementing a smart city can be expensive, and there are concerns about who will bear the cost of these initiatives. .

Use surveillance cameras and other sensors to monitor public areas, or use data analysis to identify and prevent potential crime hotspots.

Economy

Economic Growth

Smart Cities IT market opportunity is expected to be:

By making cities more livable and attractive, smart cities can help drive economic growth by attracting businesses and talented workers. This can create new job opportunities and stimulate local economies.

£34 Billion Annually