The Metaverse and Smart Cities
Urban Environments in the Age of Digital Connectivity
Published on 28. February 2024
200 pages
978-0-443-22350-1 (ISBN)
Description
The Metaverse and Smart Cities: Urban Environments in the Age of Digital Connectivity explores the intersection between the rapidly growing metaverse and the future of cities. The metaverse is a virtual world that is increasingly gaining attention as a new frontier for human interaction and commerce. At the same time, cities are undergoing significant transformation as they face challenges such as population growth, urbanization, and environmental degradation. Urban planners and city administrators will find valuable insights on how the metaverse can be integrated into the planning and development of smart, sustainable and future cities.
The book begins with an introduction to the concepts and technology of the metaverse as well as its history. It then sheds light on the current and future challenges and opportunities that the metaverse presents to cities and the quality of life of urban dwellers. It delves into the ways in which the metaverse can change cities, both in terms of their physical and virtual environments, and the impact it can have on the lives of those who live in them. It brings together the latest research and perspectives from experts in the fields of virtual reality, urban planning, and sustainability, to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date picture of this rapidly evolving field.
The insights and recommendations presented in the book will be valuable to policymakers, urban planners, and technology professionals interested in shaping the future of cities and the quality of life of those who live in them.
Urban dwellers will gain an understanding of the potential impact of the metaverse on their quality of life, and technology enthusiasts and real estate developers will gain insights into the potential opportunities and challenges of investing in the metaverse and its connection to cities.
- Provides a comprehensive and in-depth examination of the relationship between the metaverse and cities, recognizing the role that virtual environments will play in shaping the future of urban life
- Presents practical examples and case studies to demonstrate the possibilities and challenges of the metaverse in cities
- Includes the historical foundations necessary for understanding the current challenges and potential future trajectories of the technology
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Zaheer Allam | Zarrin Allam
The Metaverse and Smart Cities
Urban Environments in the Age of Digital Connectivity
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03/2024
Elsevier
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Dr. Zaheer Allam holds a PhD in Humanities, a Master of Arts (Res), an MBA, and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Architectural Science from universities in Australia and the United Kingdom. Based in Mauritius, he was the first Chairperson of the National Youth Environment Council (NYEC) at the Prime Minister's Office in Mauritius, and is currently a board member of the Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency (MARENA). He works on several projects on the thematic of Smart Cities and on strategies dwelling in the increasing role of technology in culture and society. Zaheer is also the African Representative of the International Society of Biourbanism (ISB), member of the Advisory Circle of the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), and a member of several other international bodies. He holds several awards and commendations and is the author of over 145 peer reviewed publications and author of 10 books about Smart, Sustainable and Future Cities.Dr. Zarrin Allam is a clinician-scientist with a passion for building healthy and livable cities. She currently works as a Geriatrician and Director of Physician Education at Royal Perth Hospital. Dr. Allam has published in peer-reviewed journals on the topic of healthy and livable cities, and her research interests include the impact of the built environment on health, the role of urban planning in promoting health, and the development of interventions to improve the health of urban populations. In addition to her clinical work and research, Dr. Allam is actively involved in medical education and doctor well-being. She is a strong advocate for lifelong learning and professional development, and she is committed to providing her students with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful clinicians while developing their interest in urban healthy environments.
Content
1. Introduction to the Metaverse2. The History and Evolution of the Metaverse3. The Metaverse and Smart Cities4. The Metaverse and Sustainable Cities5. The Metaverse and Future Cities6. The Impact of the Metaverse on Urban Life7. The Metaverse and Urban Planning8. The Metaverse and Real Estate Development9. The Social Implications of the Metaverse in Cities10. The Economic Implications of the Metaverse in Cities11. The Environmental Implications of the Metaverse in Cities12. Conclusion and Future Outlook
