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A bibliometric study about energy, environment, and climate change.
1College of Information Engineering, Nanjing Xiaozhuang University, Nanjing, 211171, China.
Summary
This study analyzed energy, environment, and climate change research from 1990-2019. Key findings reveal evolving research focuses, from ecological impacts to renewable energy strategies and policy development.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometric analysis of energy, environment, and climate change research.
- Utilizes Science Citation Index (SCI) and Social Science Citation Index (SSCI) databases.
Background:
- The field of energy, environment, and climate change research has evolved significantly over three decades.
- Early research focused on ecological impacts, with a shift towards mitigation strategies and policy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze publication characteristics, research foundations, hotspots, and evolutionary tracks in energy, environment, and climate change.
- To provide insights for researchers and policymakers on balancing economic development and environmental protection.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis using quantitative methods on large-scale literature data.
- Analysis of publications, co-citations, and research trends from 1990 to 2019.
Main Results:
- The United States, United Kingdom, and China are leading countries in publications.
- Research evolved from ecological impacts to focus on renewable energy and energy transition strategies.
- The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) assessments serve as a key reference.
Conclusions:
- Research focus shifted towards climate change mitigation and energy policies.
- Findings offer a reference for future research and policy-making in sustainable development.
- International collaboration, particularly led by the US, is crucial in this field.
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