Global Scans · Homes · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: The number of smart homes is expected to grow further and by 2020 it is expected 46.2 million homes in the US and 44.9 million in Europe will be classed as smart homes. By 2022 there could be nearly 500 smart devices that can be connected to a smart home.

• [New] Employment in home health and personal care aides will grow by 33% between 2022 and 2032, far outpacing other sectors, reflecting rising demand for in-home services. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The home healthcare segment is the fastest-growing end-use and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 25.3% from 2025 to 2033. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Off-grid solar home systems could provide reliable electricity in rural SSA, and according to the International Energy Agency, nearly two-thirds of new connections in Africa are expected from stand-alone and mini-grid systems, aiming for universal access by 2030 (IEA 2023, 2024). PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Amazon's partnership with X-Energy could lead to the generation of up to 960 MW of electricity by 2039, enough to power approximately 770,000 homes. Power Technology
• [New] Older citizens are driving the need for services like home health, personal care, surgeon, and physician roles, and health care employment is expected to swell by roughly 1.9 million job openings annually over the next decade. / USA Fortune
• [New] By 2050, seniors will account for a quarter of global consumption, meaning their needs and preferences will heavily influence how housing, health care, and home technology are designed. Fortune
• [New] By 2025, nearly everything from machines to homes to cities could be linked through sensors. Amra and Elma LLC
• [New] The White House summit symbolises not only the potential for peace but also a major shift in regional dynamics, with Washington emerging as the principal guarantor of stability in the South Caucasus - a role previously held by Moscow. Caliber.az
• [New] Apple plans to use Charismatic to power a new home hub device in 2026 (think something like an iPad-like smart display or a HomePod with a screen) and even a tabletop robot by 2027 macrumors.com. TS2 Space
• [New] Ontario's population is aging rapidly, with over 20% of residents expected to be seniors by 2030, leading to increased needs for chronic disease management, hospital care, and home health services. Immigration News Canada
• [New] The Energy Department projects data centers and other commercial customers will use more electricity than households for the first time ever in 2026. NPR
• [New] The Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure is a suite of resources supporting local governments in achieving Canada's 2030 emissions reduction goals and delivering against adaptation commitments found in the National Adaptation Strategy and the Government of Canada Adaptation Action Plan. Climate Ready Infrastructure Service
• The Indian Community Development Block Grant Program provides direct grants for development such as decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities. Indigenous Economic Development
• Data centers will use 150.4 billion gallons of water between 2025 and 2030, equivalent to the water usage of approximately 4.6 million U.S. households. Real Estate Daily News
• The first domestic energy storage system in the world that uses Formula One engineering and could save up to 85% on energy bills has been installed in a pensioner's home in Scotland. no2nuclearpower
• Samsung's recent purchase of the digital health platform Xealth will create synergy with Samsung's wearable technology, offering a link between home health monitoring and clinical decision-making. American Hospital Association
• Within three years gas and electricity will rise by some $600 annually on average for households. New York Post
• The new rules, set to take effect in 2026, aim to improve nutrition for low-income families. / USA TS2 Space
• Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Jersey, and Delaware are all under warnings or advisories as the National Hurricane Center warned of homes and roads flooding, as well as coastal flooding and storm surges. Newsweek
• The Numbers: By 2025, over 50% of U.S. households will own a smart speaker, and voice purchases are projected to hit $164 billion. Iterators

Last updated: 30 August 2025