Chapter 1: Turbo Boost Digital Transformation Integration Business Sustainability and Innovation: Photovoltaic Cells for Smart Cities Gratifying SDG11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)

The evolving landscape of digital transformation, businesses are increasingly recognising the intrinsic link between technological innovation, sustainability and the critical role of photovoltaic (PV) cells in smart cities. This nexus represents a compelling proposition, not only for addressing the imperatives of business sustainability but also for achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 – the aspiration for sustainable and resilient urban communities. The use of PV cells within smart city infrastructure serves as an exemplar of how digital transformation can be harnessed to drive sustainability and innovation concurrently. With harvesting solar energy through PV cells, smart cities can reduce their carbon footprint, enhance energy efficiency and offer cleaner, more sustainable living environments for their inhabitants. This chapter investigates how the integration of PV cells in smart city infrastructure not only aligns with SDG11 but also serves as a potent catalyst for turbocharging digital transformation endeavours, fostering business sustainability and fuelling innovation.