A New North: Population and Economic Shifts

In his book, The World in 2050: Four Forces Shaping Civilization’s Northern Future, author Laurence C. Smith envisions a “New North” — comprising of Canada, the United States, Russia, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and Greenland — of intense activity, expansion, and economic growth.

It sounds like quite the far-out concept, but population and economic shifts will take place around the world as "boomer" generations age and new factors contribute to the economic success of many different nations. Global warming will push the human race north, the aging population of the biggest countries will become a problem and the transition to cleaner fuels and energy will bring out the best in less developed nations.

What do you think the world will look like in 2050?