Economic and technological aspects of using IoT for sustainable environment management. The Case of IoT Wildfire Detection Systems

Abstract

The paper has as main goal to evaluate the feasibility of a Next Generation Wireless Sensor Network System for Forest Fire Protection as an Internet of Things (IoT) Application. This new solution for forest fire monitoring and protection could be targeted at both state and private organizations, which are located in regions where fires represent a threat. After a broad economic and technical examination, the article will show that this type of IoT system can offer an efficient approach for reducing economic and biodiversity loss, while helping to prevent human casualties.