These days, smart tech is hugely popular.
But what if you applied this concept to an entire city?
Enter smart cities, the next step in technological innovation on a large scale.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong has been making smart developments for some years now.
These initiatives aim to create a more sustainable, well-connected city that’s generally more pleasant to live in.
On top of this, improved healthcare and support for elderly and disabled individuals is also an aim.
This app can be used to find walking paths in all areas of the city.
Additionally, this initiative involves the installation of 1,200 traffic detectors that provide real-time, 24/7 traffic information.
All in all, it’s looking like this city will become hyper-efficient in the next decade or so.
A key technology being used to achieve this goal is the Internet of Things (IoT).
There are also other areas being developed upon in Oslo.
For example, electric buses, industry development, and zero-emission construction sites are being focused on, too.
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Additionally, the Connected London project aims to improve digital connectivity across the city.
Dubai
Dubai’s incredibly fast development over the past few decades has been nothing short of astounding.
Now, the city is being taken into the smart age.
Another big project launched by Dubai is its Autonomous Transportation Strategy.
This involves making 25% of the city’s transport automated by the year 2030.
One can only wonder what that’ll look like!
This involves open-source city data, which anyone can access at any time and add relevant data when desired.
This transparent system is great for keeping civilians informed and aware of the city’s ins and outs.
This improved quality of life will hopefully be provided by the city’s Wyzer app.
Barcelona
The vibrant Spanish city of Barcelona is known for incredible food and even more incredible views.
But who would’ve thought this historical city would be making smart innovations?
Well, get ready to see Barcelona in a far more modern light.
It was, in fact, the first-ever European city to implement smart technologies.
There’ll even be behavior-based water consumption tracking.
Its Smart Mobility 2020 Initiative focuses on developing an intelligent transport system.
Power to the people!
What an exciting thought that is!
