Download or read book Smart Cities as a Solution for Reducing Urban Waste and Pollution written by Hua, Goh Bee and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-06-20 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The exponential growth of urban settings has led to an increase in pollutants and waste management issues around the world. As the environment continues to falter under the weight of these pressing issues, it has become increasingly imperative to develop new technologies and methodologies that have the potential to improve the overall sustainability and cleanliness of these cities. Smart Cities as a Solution for Reducing Urban Waste and Pollution examines emergent research on smart innovations within built urban environments. Featuring best practices and theoretical frameworks, as well as potential issues in the implementation of smart and green technology in urban settings, this publication is a vital reference source for graduate students, researchers, academics, engineers, architects, facility managers, and government officials.