Towards a Sustainable Future: Exploring Key Features, Challenges, and Global Examples of Building Smart Cities.

As cities continue to grow and evolve, the need for sustainable smart cities becomes increasingly important. Sustainable smart cities aim to improve the quality of life for citizens in these cities by leveraging technology and innovation. This paper provides an overview of sustainable smart cities around the world, focusing on key features, challenges, and examples. Sustainable smart cities integrate smart technology, citizen engagement, environmental sustainability, inclusivity, and equity. The challenges facing sustainable smart cities include governance, data privacy, the digital divide, and collaboration. The paper highlights examples of sustainable smart cities, such as Amsterdam, Singapore, and Stockholm. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of prioritizing sustainability and collaboration to create a more livable and equitable urban future.