Catalysed by the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, significant investments have been made in smart infrastructure across the Paris metropolitan area. This ambitious undertaking aims to leave a lasting legacy of enhanced urban efficiency and sustainability, serving as a model for future smart city development. The project encompasses a wide range of initiatives, including the transformation of the Athletes' Village into a sustainable, mixed-use smart neighbourhood. This involves implementing intelligent energy management systems, waste reduction strategies, and smart home technologies designed to promote resource efficiency and improve residents' quality of life.
Beyond the Athletes' Village, the initiative includes the deployment of advanced 5G networks, the implementation of smart security systems throughout the city, and the upgrade of environmental monitoring capabilities. Crucially, investments in intelligent transport systems are designed to alleviate congestion, reduce emissions, and enhance mobility for both residents and visitors. By modernising the energy grids and transportation networks, the project seeks to create a more resilient and environmentally friendly urban environment, demonstrating the potential of large-scale events to drive long-term smart city innovation across Europe. The upgrades are expected to improve city services for years to come.