Smart Devices and Internet of Things for Sustainable Energy

The transition to sustainable energy sources is crucial in addressing the global challenge of climate change. Smart devices and the Internet of Things (IoT) have emerged as promising technologies to achieve sustainable energy objectives. The chapter introduction establishes the significance of sustainable energy and outlines the obstacles faced in its implementation. It then provides an overview of the IoT and smart devices, highlighting their integration and functionality within energy systems. It further explores the merits of IoT and smart devices in sustainable energy besides their potential to mitigate environmental impacts while promoting economic and social benefits. Energy efficiency and resource conservation improvements can be achieved by leveraging IoT technologies in renewable energy generation, monitoring and management, and smart grid integration. Also, it explores social impacts such as improved quality of life and increased accessibility to energy services. Challenges and limitations are addressed, including security and privacy concerns in IoT-enabled energy systems, interoperability issues among smart devices, and adoption barriers. The chapter also discusses the economic advantages and social impacts of IoT-enabled energy systems while addressing security, interoperability, and adoption barriers. Through case studies and future perspectives, this research emphasizes the potential of IoT and smart devices in driving sustainable energy solutions and calls for increased support and investment from policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to propel the shift toward affordable, cleaner, sustainable energies.