Unleashing the Potential: How the Internet of Things Catalyzes Progress Towards the Development Goals
subject: Data-driven decision making; Internet of Things; Sustainable Development Goals
description: The world stands at a critical juncture, grappling with intertwined challenges of environmental degradation, social inequity, and economic precarity. In response, an integrated framework has been established by the United Nations in terms of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), for achieving a more sustainable and equitable future by 2030. These 17 ambitious goals encompass a wide range of interconnected targets, from eradicating poverty and hunger to ensuring clean water and sanitation, fostering responsible consumption and production, and combating climate change. However, realizing this ambitious agenda necessitates a paradigm shift, one that leverages technological innovation to drive transformative change. This paper explores the burgeoning potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) as a powerful enabler in achieving the SDGs. The IoT, a webbing of interconnected physical devices embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies, offers unprecedented capabilities for data collection, analysis, and real-time communication. By harnessing this data-driven ecosystem, we can cultivate a more intelligent and sustainable world. The paper examines specific applications of IoT solutions across various SDG domains. In the realm of Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), for instance, IoT-enabled smart meters can monitor water usage patterns, detect leaks promptly, and optimize water distribution networks, leading to significant water conservation efforts. Similarly, in Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), IoT-powered traffic management systems can optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and lower emissions, contributing to cleaner air and improved urban living. Furthermore, the paper explores the role of IoT in fostering Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12). By embedding sensors in products and packaging, manufacturers can gain valuable insights into resource utilization and product lifecycles. This later can then be used to optimize production pro…
creator: Sateeschchandra, Navya Gubbi; Chelabi, Kaddour; Patavardhan, Roopa
source: Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems;Volume;1398 LNNS;pp.438-451
publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
date: 01-01-2025
rights: Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
relation: ISSN: 23673370; ISBN: 978-303190997-9;
language: English
type: Conference paper
coverage: Sateeschchandra N.G., Faculty of Business and Economics, Berlin School of Business and Innovation, Karl-Marx Street, 97-99, Berlin, 12043, Germany; Chelabi K., Faculty of Business and Economics, Berlin School of Business and Innovation, Karl-Marx Street, 97-99, Berlin, 12043, Germany; Patavardhan R., Dharmaram College, Christ University, Hosur Main Road, Bhavani Nagar, Karnataka, Bengaluru, 560029, India