This chapter postulates that a smart village is built on the philosophy of a self-sustaining
ecosystem, one that is capable of adapting to changing governance regimes and generating …

The idea of writing a book on smart villages that would serve as a reference and
implementation guide for professionals involved in rural development and associated …

Many argue that the developing world is exposed to the impact of climate change in two
ways. Geography, exacerbated by economic weakness, has left many countries vulnerable …

Every village has a great number of human resources that if efficiently used can prove a
huge benefit. These resources can be self-sufficient and sustainable. This chapter discusses …

Rural communities around the world face significant challenges in accessing basic services
such as healthcare, education, and sanitation, as well as in promoting economic growth and …

This literature review examines empirical research on smart technologies in eight domains
and seeks to analyse implications for smart rural communities research. The development …

Purpose Rural communities around the world are searching for solutions to upkeep, restore
and improve local services that are deteriorating. They are exploring the potential of a digital …

Some 7.3 billion people currently live on the planet. Of these, 3.4 billion live in rural areas. In
just a few regions—Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa—less than 50 per cent …

The article highlights the need to rethink and reconceptualise the accepted concepts of
smart cities and villages by shifting the attention from technology and technological solutions …

Alleviating poverty, reducing inequality, and achieving economic prosperity and well-being
is a global challenge. The spread and quantum of this daunting challenge calls for a …