Electric Mobility Challenges and Approaches for Sustainable Green Power Synergy in Smart Cities

The escalating energy crisis, heightened ecological awareness, and the negative consequences of global warming have driven governments to enact strategies focused on curbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. To achieve their goals, they have embraced renewable energy options as a feasible means of providing power to mass transient systems (the transit of individuals within metropolitan regions via collective transportation systems such as metro-lines and bus networks). The U.S. Department of Energy projects that electric vehicles (EVs) will utilize their power source approximately sixty percent efficiently during motion, making them nearly twice as efficient as conventional petroleum or gasoline-powered cars. The effectiveness of electric mobility in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions depends on the energy source that fuels them. This study explores four crucial elements of EV charging facilities: the incorporation of eco-friendly charging methods with clean power resources (CPRs), the involvement of energy providers, the challenges faced, and the potential opportunities. The aim of this study is to evaluate the viability of CPR as a feasible charging option for EVs in smart cities. This study provides an analysis of the present status of CPR systems employed in electric mobility recharging. It encompasses a comprehensive examination of their extensive adoption, advantages, drawbacks, and the prominent nations that have embraced their implementation. Next, we provide a detailed analysis, emphasizing energy-saving innovations, recharging mechanisms, electronic components associated with these innovations, and their potential application in energy hubs. The objective of this study is to enhance the successful integration of CPR in electric mobility. We then conducted an extensive examination of various advanced charging methodologies implemented by corporations in tandem with CPR technology, taking into account the current global trend in EV power consumption. Finally, in light of the inherent constraints linked to attaining an environmentally friendly shift, we examine the scientific barriers and potential prospects associated with grid connectivity, upgrading, standardized practices, servicing, data privacy, and maximizing resource utilization. The authors express their belief that our work contributes to the growing body of knowledge at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy systems, presenting a comprehensive overview of the advancements, opportunities, and challenges in achieving sustainable green power synergy in smart cities. This work will also serve as a significant resource for various stakeholders, including city administrators, policymakers, and individuals involved in scholarly communication. They anticipate that it will contribute to a better understanding of the subject matter and facilitate pertinent research in this specific area of study.