The Internet of Things (IoT) for Sustainability: A Framework for Costa Rica

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized our lifestyle and work patterns by connecting multiple internet-connected devices, applications, sensors, and machines, thereby generating substantial amounts of data through wired or wireless connections. This emerging technology has witnessed rapid...

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Main Authors: Tom Okot, Priscilla Madrigal-Mendez, David Solorzano-Arias
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad Alberto Hurtado 2023-12-01
Series:Journal of Technology Management & Innovation
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Online Access:https://www.jotmi.org/index.php/GT/article/view/4091
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Priscilla Madrigal-Mendez
David Solorzano-Arias
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description The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized our lifestyle and work patterns by connecting multiple internet-connected devices, applications, sensors, and machines, thereby generating substantial amounts of data through wired or wireless connections. This emerging technology has witnessed rapid growth in recent years and holds immense promise for promoting sustainability. Despite various initiatives implemented in Costa Rica to support sustainability and individual efforts to harness the potential of the IoT, there is still a lack of a comprehensive framework to assist businesses and the government in implementing and measuring outcomes. Globally, approximately 75% of IoT projects concentrate on five sustainable development goals (SDGs). This study aims to develop a conceptual framework that delineates a strategy for utilizing the IoT to foster sustainable development in Costa Rica. This framework adopts a holistic approach to sustainability, encompassing economic, social, and environmental considerations. Furthermore, it strives to integrate digital technologies into sustainability endeavors to optimize their impact. This study's findings suggest substantial potential for the technology to contribute to sustainable development in the country. However, several challenges must be addressed to fully capitalize on its benefits.
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spelling doaj.art-d4efd01ac5e84c67902c592d09c099952024-02-06T02:42:52ZengUniversidad Alberto HurtadoJournal of Technology Management & Innovation0718-27242023-12-0118410.4067/S0718-27242023000400003The Internet of Things (IoT) for Sustainability: A Framework for Costa RicaTom Okot0Priscilla Madrigal-Mendez 1David Solorzano-Arias 2Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT)Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT)Latin American University of Science and Technology (ULACIT) The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized our lifestyle and work patterns by connecting multiple internet-connected devices, applications, sensors, and machines, thereby generating substantial amounts of data through wired or wireless connections. This emerging technology has witnessed rapid growth in recent years and holds immense promise for promoting sustainability. Despite various initiatives implemented in Costa Rica to support sustainability and individual efforts to harness the potential of the IoT, there is still a lack of a comprehensive framework to assist businesses and the government in implementing and measuring outcomes. Globally, approximately 75% of IoT projects concentrate on five sustainable development goals (SDGs). This study aims to develop a conceptual framework that delineates a strategy for utilizing the IoT to foster sustainable development in Costa Rica. This framework adopts a holistic approach to sustainability, encompassing economic, social, and environmental considerations. Furthermore, it strives to integrate digital technologies into sustainability endeavors to optimize their impact. This study's findings suggest substantial potential for the technology to contribute to sustainable development in the country. However, several challenges must be addressed to fully capitalize on its benefits. https://www.jotmi.org/index.php/GT/article/view/4091Internet of ThingsIoTSustainabilitySustainable Development Goals
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David Solorzano-Arias
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Sustainable Development Goals
title The Internet of Things (IoT) for Sustainability: A Framework for Costa Rica
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IoT
Sustainability
Sustainable Development Goals
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