Digital Twins for Smart Metabolic Circular Cities

Innovative approaches to urban development are transforming cities worldwide. Digital Twins for Smart Metabolic Circular Cities: Innovations in Urban Planning and Climate Resilience explores the advanced convergence of smart city technologies, digital twin applications, smart urban metabolism, and circular economy principles. This comprehensive resource offers insights into sustainable urban practices, environmental planning, and innovative approaches to address the multifaceted challenges posed by rapid urbanization, environmental degradation, and climate change. In a rapidly changing world where smart cities are becoming the norm, this book provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of how digital twin technologies, smart urban metabolism frameworks, and circular economy models can be applied to foster sustainable urban development. As the field of smart cities and sustainability expands, the need for an integrative resource that captures the latest advancements, practical applications, and theoretical frameworks has become more pressing. This book meets this need by offering a holistic perspective that bridges urban planning, environmental sustainability, and the transformative potential of digital twins and smart urban metabolism within smart circular city frameworks. Digital Twins for Smart Metabolic Circular Cities: Innovations in Urban Planning and Climate Resilience equips readers with practical insights and solutions to navigate the complexities of contemporary urban development. It is an invaluable resource for urban planners, environmental scientists, policymakers, and technology experts interested in sustainable development practices. Through real-world applications, foundational theory, and forward-thinking strategies, it empowers readers with the knowledge to address the pressing environmental and infrastructural challenges associated with the future of smart cities.

• Utilizes practical insights and case studies to demonstrate the application of digital twins, geospatial mapping tools, and smart urban metabolism frameworks in real-world scenarios
• Offers a comprehensive understanding of the potential benefits and challenges associated with the integration of digital twin and circular metabolism platforms, aiding informed decision-making for sustainable policies
• Focuses on circular economy principles, providing actionable strategies for minimizing waste, optimizing resource usage, and fostering sustainable practices