Waste Management in the Smart City: Current Practices and Future Directions
The discourse surrounding sustainability, particularly in the urban environment, has gained considerable momentum in recent years. The concept of a smart city epitomises the integration of innovative technological solutions with community-centred approaches, thereby laying the groundwork for a susta...
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| author | Danuta Szpilko Antonio de la Torre Gallegos Felix Jimenez Naharro Agnieszka Rzepka Angelika Remiszewska |
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| description | The discourse surrounding sustainability, particularly in the urban environment, has gained considerable momentum in recent years. The concept of a smart city epitomises the integration of innovative technological solutions with community-centred approaches, thereby laying the groundwork for a sustainable lifestyle. One of the crucial components of this integration is the effective and innovative management of waste. The aim of this article was to classify scientific research pertaining to waste management within the context of smart city issues, and to identify emerging directions for future research. A systematic literature review, based on a bibliometric analysis of articles included in the Scopus and Web of Science databases, was conducted for this study. The purpose of such a systematic review is to identify, integrate, and evaluate research on a selected topic, using clearly defined criteria. The research query included: TITLE-ABS-KEY (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of Scopus, and TS = (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of the Web of Science database. A total of 1768 publication records qualified for the analysis. This study presents an investigation into the current and forthcoming directions of waste management in smart cities, synthesising the latest advancements and methods. The findings outline specific future research directions encompassing technological advancement, special waste challenges, digitisation, energy recovery, transportation, community engagement, policy development, security, novel frameworks, economic and environmental impact assessment, and global implications. These insights reflect a multifaceted approach, advocating a technology-driven perspective that is integral to urban sustainability and quality of life. The study’s findings provide practical avenues for cities to enhance waste management through modern technologies, promoting efficient systems and contributing to sustainable urban living and the circular economy. The insights are vital for policymakers and industry leaders globally, supporting the creation of universal standards and policies, thereby fostering comprehensive waste management systems aligned with global sustainability objectives. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-c931addc9c664e61b0d8ff3e0ff5584b2023-11-19T18:00:37ZengMDPI AGResources2079-92762023-09-01121011510.3390/resources12100115Waste Management in the Smart City: Current Practices and Future DirectionsDanuta Szpilko0Antonio de la Torre Gallegos1Felix Jimenez Naharro2Agnieszka Rzepka3Angelika Remiszewska4International Department of Logistics and Service Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Management, Bialystok University of Technology, Wiejska 45A, 15-312 Bialystok, PolandDepartament of Financial Economics and Operations Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Sciences, University of Seville, Ramón y Cajal 1, 41018 Sevilla, SpainDepartament of Financial Economics and Operations Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Sciences, University of Seville, Ramón y Cajal 1, 41018 Sevilla, SpainDepartment of Economics and Economic Management, Faculty of Management, Lublin University of Technology, Nadbystrzycka 38 D, 20-618 Lublin, PolandFaculty of Engineering Management, Bialystok University of Technology, Wiejska 45A, 15-312 Bialystok, PolandThe discourse surrounding sustainability, particularly in the urban environment, has gained considerable momentum in recent years. The concept of a smart city epitomises the integration of innovative technological solutions with community-centred approaches, thereby laying the groundwork for a sustainable lifestyle. One of the crucial components of this integration is the effective and innovative management of waste. The aim of this article was to classify scientific research pertaining to waste management within the context of smart city issues, and to identify emerging directions for future research. A systematic literature review, based on a bibliometric analysis of articles included in the Scopus and Web of Science databases, was conducted for this study. The purpose of such a systematic review is to identify, integrate, and evaluate research on a selected topic, using clearly defined criteria. The research query included: TITLE-ABS-KEY (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of Scopus, and TS = (“smart city” AND (waste OR garbage OR trash OR rubbish)) in the case of the Web of Science database. A total of 1768 publication records qualified for the analysis. This study presents an investigation into the current and forthcoming directions of waste management in smart cities, synthesising the latest advancements and methods. The findings outline specific future research directions encompassing technological advancement, special waste challenges, digitisation, energy recovery, transportation, community engagement, policy development, security, novel frameworks, economic and environmental impact assessment, and global implications. These insights reflect a multifaceted approach, advocating a technology-driven perspective that is integral to urban sustainability and quality of life. The study’s findings provide practical avenues for cities to enhance waste management through modern technologies, promoting efficient systems and contributing to sustainable urban living and the circular economy. The insights are vital for policymakers and industry leaders globally, supporting the creation of universal standards and policies, thereby fostering comprehensive waste management systems aligned with global sustainability objectives.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9276/12/10/115smart citywaste managementsmart binenergylivingtransport |
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