Opportunities, Challenges, and Benefits of 5G-IoT toward Sustainable Development of Green Smart Cities (SD-GSC)

Abstract

This article provides an overview of the opportunities, challenges, and benefits of the 5G-IoT (Internet of Things) ecosystem toward the sustainable development of Green Smart Cities (GSC). The authors first describe the key characteristics and requirements of GSCs, which aim to promote environmental sustainability, economic growth, and social well-being through the integration of advanced technologies and innovative approaches. They then discuss the potential of 5G-IoT to enable the deployment of GSCs at scale, by providing high-speed, low-latency, and reliable connectivity to a wide range of devices and applications. There are several key opportunities and benefits of 5G-IoT for GSCs, including improved energy efficiency, enhanced transportation, smarter buildings, and better public safety and healthcare. They also discuss some of the key challenges associated with the deployment of 5G-IoT in GSCs, such as security and privacy concerns, interoperability issues, and the need for effective governance and collaboration among stakeholders. This paper highlight the importance of a holistic and inclusive approach to the development of GSCs, which involves engaging all stakeholders, including citizens, businesses, governments, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), in the design and implementation of smart city solutions.