Potential impacts of population aging and artificial intelligence on households, living arrangements and sustainable development

As entering the third decade of the twenty-first century, we face two emerging issues: the aging global population and the widespread applications of artificial intelligence. This article presents a framework for discussing how population aging and artificial intelligence directly affect households and living arrangements and sustainable development. Population aging and artificial intelligence may also impact sustainable development indirectly through households and living arrangements. Artificial intelligence offers a promising future with the potential to boost productivity, reduce anthropogenic impact and improve society. It also creates new jobs for developing, manufacturing and maintaining artificial intelligence products and services. However, it is crucial to consider potential concerns with societal impacts, increased consumption of non-renewable sources and power, unemployment and ethical issues. We conclude with policy recommendations for government implementation and academic research, emphasizing the need for careful consideration and planning in integrating artificial intelligence into sustainable development, as this will be crucial for the future of our society. Exploring the crucial interplay of population aging and artificial intelligence on households, living arrangements and sustainable development will be a vital topic for researchers, policymakers and academics in sociology, demography, economics, education and environmental and public health.