Why Cold Countries Succeed and Hot Ones Struggle
Ever noticed how the world’s richest countries tend to have colder climates? Germany, Switzerland, Norway, and Sweden all have high GDP per capita, while many hotter regions—like Sub-Saharan Africa, Central America, and Southeast Asia—face economic struggles. Studies even show that for every 1°C increase in a country’s average temperature, GDP per capita drops by $762 per year! The reasons? Harsh winters may have pushed colder nations to develop stronger infrastructure, better governance, and long-term planning. Meanwhile, extreme heat can impact productivity, agriculture, and even health…
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