Introduction of Smart Cities Smart cities have been a big deal for urban planners since the 2000s. The whole idea is to use digital tech in city infrastructure to make life better for people, solving issues like transportation, energy, and governance. A couple of early examples are Masdar City in the UAE and Santander in Spain—they Read the full article…

Batty et al suggest smart cities do not just offer technology-driven facilities and infrastructure but also allow more effective monitoring and analysis of our environment to improve city planning and quality of life for residents. The European Commission defines a smart city as being “a place where traditional networks and services are made more efficient, Read the full article…