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Table 2 Smart city characteristics [14]

From: The social issues of smart home: a review of four European cities’ experiences

Characteristic

Theory

Feature

Smart economy

Regional competitiveness

Entrepreneurialism, innovation, International integration

Smart people

Human and social capital

Flexibility, creativity, tolerance, qualification level

Smart governance

Participation

Transparency, participation in decision-making, quality of political strategies

Smart mobility

Transport and ICT economics

Accessibility, ICT availability, modern and sustainable transport systems.

Smart environment

Natural resources

Sustainable resource management, natural attractiveness, lack of pollution

Smart living

Quality of life

Educational, cultural and health facilities, safety, housing, social cohesion, tourist attractions