The pressing global concern for environmental sustainability has paved the way for transformative technologies in the smart city landscape. From the 15-minute cities concept to an increased focus on constantly improving quality of life via collecting and analyzing numerous pieces of information from smart devices, interest in smart cities continues to grow globally.
In a smart city context, buildings play a pivotal role in achieving sustainable goals. Smart buildings equipped with advanced sensor networks and automated systems optimize energy consumption by adjusting lighting, heating, and cooling based on real-time data.