Tường Vy

Hello everyone, today our group will present about smart cities in the world. We
have 4 members: Ngoc Minh, My Ha, Thuy Linh and me. Can't keep you guys
waiting any longer, let’s get started.
Firstly, we will visit and experience the Singapore city. Singapore is a city-state
located in Southeast Asia, known as a major financial hub of the world. Although
small in size, it has developed significantly and is famous for its advanced
economy, high-quality education system, and clean living environment. It is
famous for its convenience and advanced technology. Beginning with smart
transportation, Singapore has a smart transportation system with modern bus and
MRT stations equipped with technology to minimize traffic congestion and
optimize routes. This will help citizens move more conveniently and quickly. The
next convenience is Cashless Payment System. Singapore promotes cashless
payments through platforms like PayNow and mobile banking apps, allowing
residents and visitors to transact quickly and conveniently. That is also the reason
why Singapore is known as a smart city. Finally, in order to keep up with the latest
trends, this regions has developed successfully Internet Network and Online Public
Services. Singapore has fast internet speeds and well-developed online public
services. Residents can easily access healthcare, administrative, and educational
services online, saving time and effort. This has bridged the gap, allowing people to
connect with information and each other anytime, anywhere. And we added some
image about Singapore here.Despite being a smart city, Singapore still has its dark
side. For instance, High Cost of Living. Singapore is one of the most expensive cities
to live in. The cost of housing, food, and services is high, which can put pressure on
residents and workers. Next is Limited Living Space. Due to its small area and high
population density, Singapore faces a shortage of living space, which drives up real
estate prices and somewhat limits the living environment. Eventually, is work
pressure. People in Singapore often experience high work pressure due to the
intense workload and demanding standards, which can impact health and quality
of life.
Mỹ Hà
Next, ladies and gentlement, welcome to New York city. We will introduce about
this city. New York, the bustling metropolis renowned for its cultural diversity and
iconic skyline, stands at the forefront of smart city innovations. This city of dreams
has embraced technology and innovation to reimagine urban living. So as to
become a smart city, New York have developed efficiently technologies and
conveniences. Firstly is Innovation and Technology Integration. New York’s
integration of technology spans various sectors, from pioneering data-driven
initiatives in transportation to implementing smart grids for energy management.
Next is the technology that can not be ignored is Smart Water Metering. In this
part, we will find out more due to its success. With a population above 8.5 million,
New York City uses 1 billion gallons of water each day. There are two effective
measures that can be deployed by property owners to reduce their utility water
consumption are greywater recycling and rainwater harvesting:
+Greywater is a term that describes wastewater excluding that from toilets, and it
can be further used for non-potable purposes such as toilet flushing or irrigation.
When these functions are accomplished with recycled wastewater, total water
consumption from the utility is reduced.
+Rainwater is essentially free and can be captured to meet many building needs. In
fact, NYC properties are required to limit their release of rainwater to the sewage
system, with the goal of preventing spillage. Not only that, New York also has the
convenience called Smart Waste Management. The NYC sanitation department is
the largest in the world, collecting more than 10,500 tons of trash per day. Picking
up garbage from the thousands of trash cans and recycling bins can be quite a
logistical challenge: garbage bins can overflow if they are left unattended, but
picking up garbage too frequently is a waste of fuel and labor.Addressing
sustainability, New York has set ambitious environmental goals. The city’s
commitment to reducing carbon emissions involves initiatives such as the NYC
Retrofit Accelerator, promoting energy-efficient buildings, and the OneNYC plan,
aiming for a zero-waste city by 2030. Notably, the emphasis on sustainable
transport with bike-sharing programs and electrification of the public
transportation system contributes to a greener, more eco-friendly city. Finally is
quality of Life Improvements. New York’s smart city initiatives significantly
enhance residents’ quality of life. Improved public transportation systems reduce
commuting times, while smart waste management systems ensure cleaner streets.
Additionally, the use of technology in healthcare and education enhances
accessibility and services, benefiting citizens across socio-economic spectrums.
Everything has its disadvantages and so does smart cities. High cost of living’s
problem have exist in New York. The cost of living in New York is significantly
higher than the national average, especially in New York City where housing,
groceries, and transportation can be particularly expensive. The median sale price
in New York City is $776,500 and the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is
$5,147, making it challenging for residents to manage their finances comfortably.
Beside that is Limited affordable housing. Finding affordable housing in New York
can be a significant challenge, especially in major urban centers. The high demand
for housing often leads to competitive rental markets and high prices, making it
difficult for many residents to find suitable accommodations.
Thùy Linh
To combine similar ideas, we will show you about London city. London is another
city that surprises people when it comes to the adoption of smart city technology.
The city has set up a number of smart city initiatives over the past decade and this
is driven by the Office of Technology which is committed to making sure London is
a smart city. This place also have technologies, which help citizens so much in daily
life. Firstly is WIFI. Connect London is another smart city project that aims to
provide 5G connectivity and fibre-optic coverage throughout the whole city. The
iconic lampposts that dominate the skyline will also be fitted with sensors and
electric vehicle charging points as London also aims to reduce emissions and cut
traffic congestion. The next is Transportation. In London, you don’t have to buy
public transport tickets. You can just touch your bank card on the card reader
when you get on and off the bus or the underground to pay for your trip. Finally,
we can not impossible not to mention is Data. Already, London is leading the way
when it comes to citizen data. TfL has a large database on transport that is publicly
accessible. The pandemic further highlighted the importance of joining up data
across the city to improve decision-making. In combination with AI and the
Internet of Things, more databases will enable deeper insights into local
economies, air quality, mobility, and energy consumption across the city. Also own
its Disadvantage, Loss of privacy is the first ones. One of the key implications of
living in a digital world is the possibility for increased surveillance and a loss of
privacy. To help with decision-making and the enhancement of urban services,
data is gathered from a variety of sources, including sensors, mobile devices, and
cameras. Whilst this data can be used for beneficial purposes like, forecasting
natural disasters and improving congestion, it can be used to monitor and track
people without their consent, and it’s been shown to not work in certain
instances. For instance, the use of the facial recognition technology coupled with
the estimated 420,000 CCTV cameras in the city of London employed to keep an
eye on public areas and monitor people’s whereabouts. The next is Higher Energy
Consumption. Smart cities require continuous electrical power backup to charge
batteries and collect data. While the current systems use low-power devices, an
IoT system would need data servers to provide real-time data to different
receivers.
Eventually, it will lead to more data centers with their cooling requirements and
optimal performance. On the other hand, smart cities will require more power in
the future, making it harder for administrations to sustain such systems at such
large scales.
Ngọc Minh
The next part is about Toronto in Canada. This smart city portrait provides an
overview of the smart city strategy and intelligent solutions implemented in the
City of Toronto. Canada's largest city has long been working on becoming smarter,
being awarded the "Intelligent Community of the Year" by the Intelligent
Community Forum in 2014. Toronto surprise me with advanced technologies and
conveniences. Firstly is Enabling Initiatives. Toronto took a big step on its journey
toward becoming a smart city back in 2015 when it partnered with another tech
firm, CityZenith. The firm designs tools for data management, analysis, and
visualization – such as its 5D Smart City suite, which visualizes smart city data in
real-time – helping the city to make sense of its big data collections. Secondly, I
will mention about Social Initiatives. This have 2 parts.
1.Prefabricated “modular and tall timber construction techniques can lead to more
affordable housing” and more energy-efficient buildings.
Not only that but modular structures can be readily reorganized for new uses.
2.“Underground waste management systems can make it easier for households to
recycle and compost.”
Toronto plans to do away with garbage trucks altogether. They imagine instead a
network of underground tunnels where automated vehicles will squirrel away the
rubbish unseen. Such tunnels could also be used for the transport of goods,
freeing the streets from a good deal of commercial and industrial traffic.
Finally, Toronto also well-known about Mobility Initiatives. Traffic is a serious
problem in Toronto, leading its mayor to roll out multiple six-point plans over the
past four years in an attempt to resolve the situation. Aside from the commercial
traffic that their tunnels might clear from the streets, they plan to provide self-
driving shuttles, forbidding any privately owned vehicles from driving within the
Quayside area, and to use sensors to create smart traffic management, with
signals that prioritize cyclists and pedestrians. In spite of being a smart city,
Toronto also have defect. Firstly is Not fully applied the applications. Unless the
city’s high-tech gadgets and software are used to solve the problems of interest to
its people, however, they are of little real value. Toronto knows that it needs to get
its citizens involved, and it is taking steps to enable and engage them to do so. The
next is Inequality. The possibility of greater inequality is another effect of living in a
smart city. Although smart city technologies have the potential to enhance
residents’ quality of life, there is a chance that the advantages won’t be shared
fairly. People with lower incomes can be left behind and without access to the
same level of amenities and services. They face contending with issues such as
residual segregation and spatial mismatch. In Toronto, for instance, plans for a
smart city development have come under fire because they prioritise high-end
housing and commercial prospects over affordable housing and public services.
Hà Phương
The final part mention about Copenhagen city. Copenhagen is the capital of
Denmark, located on the country's east coast. With a population of approximately
800,000, Copenhagen is Denmark's largest city and also its economic, cultural, and
educational center. The remarkable point in this city is Technologies and
Conveniences. Firstly is Transportation – a popular issues in smart cities.
Copenhagen is a dynamic and modern city with a convenient and diverse public
transport system. In particular, it focuses on using green means of transport to
protect the environment such as bicycles, buses, trams and subways.
- Metro: The metro system operates continuously every day and is very easy to
use. Stops are located at many tourist attractions in the city and you usually only
need to walk a few hundred meters from the metro station to get to your
destination.
- Buses and trams: The bus and tram systems in Copenhagen are always on time.
Tickets are also quite cheap, you can buy tickets at vending machines at the airport
or at stops.
- Bicycles: You can borrow bicycles for free through the city's program or rent
bicycles at tourist information points.
While Denmark is often praised for its high quality of life, there are some
challenges that residents might face. I found some disadvantage which was
popular in Copenhagen.
-Cost of Living: Denmark has a high cost of living, particularly in cities like
Copenhagen. Housing, food, and other essentials can be quite expensive.
-Weather: The weather can be a downside, with long, cold winters and limited
sunlight, which can affect mood and outdoor activities.
-Bureaucracy: Some residents find the bureaucratic processes in Denmark to be
slow and cumbersome, especially when dealing with government services.
-Social Expectations: The concept of "Janteloven" (Law of Jante) promotes
modesty and discourages individual success, which can sometimes feel stifling for
those who are more ambitious.
-Language Barrier: While many Danes speak English, not being fluent in Danish can
make it challenging to fully integrate into society or access certain jobs.
-Limited Diversity: Some people feel that Denmark lacks cultural diversity, which
can lead to a feeling of isolation for immigrants or those from different
backgrounds.
These factors can vary in impact depending on individual circumstances, but they
are commonly cited by residents.