Evolution of Smart Cities

Cities are a product of interactive life forms; they have multi-pronged dimensions involving people and other life forms, with dynamic interactions. Due to such dynamics and the complexity of ever-changing interactions, smart cities cannot be bound by anyone’s definition. Also, the conditions, requirements and situations in every city would be different, based on its socio-economic culture, living conditions, and the complexities of its inhabitants and their inter-dependencies.
Prabhat Khare, Automotive, Engineering & Energy Consultant
The Smart City Concept
Since there is no universally acceptable definition of “smart cities”, they have labeled differently in different countries, depending upon their technological advancement, social infrastructure, and level of acceptance by its residents. Alternative names include Green Cities, Digital Cities, Sustainable Cities, Future Cities, etc.