Why Are Cold Countries Richer Than Hot Countries?

Explains how climate affects institutions, disease, and productivity—shaping long-run development outcomes.

Explainerintroductoryagricultural yieldsclimate and productivitydisease environmentgeography and developmenthuman capitalinstitutions

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