One of the first cities in Europe to adopt smart city technologies is the Spanish city of Barcelona. Digital technologies are integrated in many parts of the city. MBOpinions READ:
But Barcelona is not the only smart city in Spain. In fact, several cities in the country are using technology to use energy more efficiently and to contribute to reducing their carbon footprint, which is vital for Spain because it is vulnerable to the impacts of global warming, such as droughts, heat waves, water shortages, and sudden flooding.
Valencia’s smart waste management project uses a smart garbage container that transmits status data regarding how full it is in real-time. It allows them to prevent trash overflow as well as reduce traffic and pollution by preventing unnecessary waste collections. Spain is a leader in initiatives for smart cities. They use ICTs to promote connectivity of cities and regions within the Spanish territory and ensure the well-being of people, especially those living in densely populated urban areas, without compromising natural resources.
Meanwhile, through its National Smart Cities Plan, Spain’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation aims to promote the development of the smart cities technology industry and assist local entities in the transformation processes toward smart cities and destinations.
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