GREEN TECHNOLOGIES AND THEIR ROLE IN URBAN SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES

XIV International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Environmental Protection – IIZS 2024, str. 471-477

 

АУТОР / AUTHOR(S): Mihalj Bakator , Luka Đorđević , Borivoj Novaković , Velibor Premčevski , Stefan Ugrinov  

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DOI: 10.46793/IIZS24.471B

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

This paper analyzes the integration of green technologies and sustainable practices within urban sustainability initiatives. It focuses on the role of renewable energy sources, sustainable transportation systems, and green building practices in enhancing urban sustainability. By adopting these strategies, urban areas can significantly reduce their environmental impact, promote energy efficiency, and support healthy living environments. The study develops a theoretical model that illustrates how these elements interact to achieve urban sustainability. Key components of this model include the deployment of advanced technologies, supportive infrastructure, and collaborative governance. The model addresses challenges such as resource management, technological adoption, and community engagement, providing a holistic framework for sustainable urban development. The research suggests that governments, enterprises, and individuals must work together to implement comprehensive sustainability strategies. This paper contributes to the existing literature by offering a structured approach to integrating green technologies in urban settings and provides a foundation for future empirical studies.

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

green technologies, urban sustainability, sustainable initiatives, strategies

ПРОЈЕКАТ/ ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

paper has been supported by the Provincial Secretariat for Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, number: 142-451-2963/2023-01.

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