Smart cities can make citizens’ lives safer and more convenient. They can also reduce the negative impact they have on the environment and improve sustainability. Some specific examples of their advantages include the following:
Decrease crime by using facial recognition cameras to solve and prevent cases
Make consumers more aware of their energy use by using smart energy meters
Save energy using smart light switches and motion sensors in (public) buildings
Prevent traffic jams using smart traffic lights and apps that show you where to park
Automate waste collection