Smart Cities Blog Series- Sustainability Technology

However, sending personnel into the field to locate and assess the assets of an entire city is not only a lengthy and expensive process, but one that can also have a negative environmental impact. Cars, trucks, and other vehicles running on fossil fuels release carbon dioxide (CO2), a major greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.

Site visits and inspections often involve travel, leading to increased environmental impacts. When governments operate with a fleet of outdated vehicles emitting high levels of greenhouse gas emissions, combined with a large area that requires constant inspection and a limited budget, it challenges their ability to sustainably understand their community's needs.

Discovering and using new business models that prioritize energy efficiency and resource efficiency can lead to significant energy savings. Such strategies support sustainable business operations and promote a reduction in environmental impacts, aligning with goals for a more sustainable IT framework.

Here is where Cyclomedia steps in. Data is the lifeblood of Smart Cities. They collect vast amounts of information to make informed decisions about resource allocation, traffic management, and environmental conservation. And when lack of complete data becomes an obstacle, it is difficult to ensure that sustainability is really at the core of city planning & development. Our solutions streamline asset management and maintenance planning, reducing resource consumption and operational costs.

Automation and data-driven insights enable cities to allocate resources more efficiently, resulting in a greener and more sustainable urban landscape. By having detailed insights into their communities, governments can use the information at their disposal to ensure that their plans for maintaining their city are in line with their environmental goals.

Cyclomedia's technology captures 360° street-level imagery, offering an unparalleled wealth of positionally accurate visual data. This data is a game-changer for urban planners and leaders, providing critical insights into the city's environment. Cyclomedia's technology introduces a new approach to assess the condition of infrastructure, so cities can plan how to deploy their upkeep efforts sustainably.

By incorporating RGB visual scoring and LiDAR data, it goes beyond mere assessment; it enables proactive strategies for asset maintenance, aligning perfectly with the sustainability agenda of maintaining & enhancing infrastructure. It's not just data; it's the sustainable foundation upon which Smart Cities are built.

Our measurement tools are incredibly precise, so you can trust your asset data. Not only can you remotely assess your assets, but our AI powered analytics tell you which areas need attention, eliminating the search for issues. By removing these key processes, your organization can spend more time planning an effective approach to maintaining quality infrastructure.

Conversely, organizations still using traditional data collection methods are continually deploying fleets of vehicles multiple times each week for manual inspections. In addition to CO2 emissions, vehicle exhaust also releases pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter into the air, jeopardizing air quality and posing environmental & public health risks. By reducing the number of vehicles on the road, forward-thinking organizations are adopting more sustainable and expedited data collection methods.

When it comes to smart cities, addressing the supply chain dynamics plays a role in sustainability. By leveraging sustainable technology, cities can optimize the flow of goods and services in a way that conserves natural resources and minimizes waste. This aligns with sustainability goals and enhances business resilience, allowing cities to adapt to disruptions while maintaining essential services.

Next to that, the integration of sustainable products into the urban supply chain contributes to a more circular economy, where materials are reused and recycled, reducing the demand on raw natural resources and promoting a healthier urban environment.