Title: Smart cities and environmental sustainability: Industry 5.0 applications

Authors: Manju Lata; Anu Gupta; Vikas Kumar

Addresses: CSE Department, UIE, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab-140413, India ' Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar – 125001, Haryana, India ' Central University of Haryana, Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh – 123031, Haryana, India

Abstract: Evolution of Industry 5.0 has opened-up new frontiers for smart city applications, particularly from the perspective of environmental sustainability. Real-time monitoring through the internet of things (IoT) allows cities to collect and analyse data on energy consumption, air quality and waste management. On the other hand, intelligent energy grids revolutionise the energy distribution by incorporating renewable sources and optimising consumption. Predictive analytics and maintenance, facilitated by machine learning, empower the cities to anticipate and mitigate environmental challenges proactively. Intelligent transportation optimises the traffic flow and promotes sustainable modes for shared mobility, thereby curbing emissions. Hence, the smart approach aids in sustainable urban planning and resource allocation. Present work identifies the transformative potential of Industry 5.0 applications in fostering environmental sustainability within the smart cities. Deployment of Industry 5.0 technologies along with their applications, have been explored from the perspective of more adaptive, resource-efficient, and resilient environment.

Keywords: smart city; Industry 5.0; internet of things; IoT; energy management; pollution management; Industry 5.0 application; environmental sustainability.

DOI: 10.1504/IJGENVI.2024.144451

International Journal of Global Environmental Issues, 2024 Vol.23 No.4, pp.393 - 407

Received: 30 Jan 2024
Accepted: 07 Oct 2024
Published online: 13 Feb 2025 *

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