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The concept of 'environmental determinism' has long been debated in geography. Early theorists argued that human behavior and societal development were largely shaped by climatic conditions and physical geography. However, this perspective lost favor in the twentieth century due to its deterministic implications and lack of empirical support. Contemporary scholars instead advocate for 'possibilism', which posits that while the environment offers a range of possibilities, human agency and cultural choices ultimately determine outcomes. This shift reflects a broader trend in social sciences towards acknowledging human adaptability and technological innovation. Recent studies in climate resilience further emphasize that communities can thrive in challenging environments through adaptive strategies, challenging simplistic environmental explanations.