application and prospect of smart home based on internet of things in circular economy
Zhang, Kaiyue (2025)
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202503315277
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202503315277
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This study explores the application and prospects of Internet of Things-based smart home systems in promoting energy efficiency, device longevity, and Circular Economy adoption. With increasing global emphasis on sustainable living, IoT has emerged as a key enabler of smart home automation, real-time energy management, and waste reduction. However, challenges such as cost, security concerns, and system interoperability continue to hinder widespread adoption.
Using a mixed-methods approach, this study gathered data from 30 smart home users through survey questionnaires and interviews. Descriptive statistics revealed that IoT-enabled automation is widely perceived as beneficial for energy efficiency, but its direct impact on Circular Economy adoption remains limited due to implementation challenges. Correlation analysis highlighted weak associations between energy efficiency, device longevity, and sustainability practices, suggesting that external factors influence IoT adoption more significantly. Regression analysis confirmed that cost and security concerns, while perceived as barriers, were not statistically significant predictors of smart home adoption.
Findings suggest that IoT-enabled smart homes can optimize resource use, extend appliance lifespan, and support sustainability goals, but achieving full-scale adoption requires improvements in affordability, security, and system compatibility. The study recommends financial incentives, enhanced cybersecurity measures, and standardized IoT frameworks to strengthen the role of smart home automation in the Circular Economy.
Ultimately, while IoT-based smart homes offer substantial sustainability benefits, overcoming technological, economic, and behavioral barriers is crucial for their long-term success and environmental impact. Future research should focus on scaling IoT adoption through policy support, user education, and advanced automation solutions.
Using a mixed-methods approach, this study gathered data from 30 smart home users through survey questionnaires and interviews. Descriptive statistics revealed that IoT-enabled automation is widely perceived as beneficial for energy efficiency, but its direct impact on Circular Economy adoption remains limited due to implementation challenges. Correlation analysis highlighted weak associations between energy efficiency, device longevity, and sustainability practices, suggesting that external factors influence IoT adoption more significantly. Regression analysis confirmed that cost and security concerns, while perceived as barriers, were not statistically significant predictors of smart home adoption.
Findings suggest that IoT-enabled smart homes can optimize resource use, extend appliance lifespan, and support sustainability goals, but achieving full-scale adoption requires improvements in affordability, security, and system compatibility. The study recommends financial incentives, enhanced cybersecurity measures, and standardized IoT frameworks to strengthen the role of smart home automation in the Circular Economy.
Ultimately, while IoT-based smart homes offer substantial sustainability benefits, overcoming technological, economic, and behavioral barriers is crucial for their long-term success and environmental impact. Future research should focus on scaling IoT adoption through policy support, user education, and advanced automation solutions.