Research and development trend of green mining: a bibliometric analysis
Pan Wu1, Guoyan Zhao2, Yang Li1
1School of Resources & Safety Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research International
|November 2, 2022
Summary
Green mining (GM) research is rapidly expanding, evolving from sustainability theory to integrated green technologies and policy. This trend covers the entire mine lifecycle, emphasizing restoration, recycling, and interdisciplinary collaboration for sustainable development.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Mining Engineering
- Sustainability Studies
Background:
- Green development is a mainstream trend, driving innovation in mining technology.
- Green mining (GM) research has seen significant accumulation and rapid growth since 2001.
- Understanding GM trends is crucial for global sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the research and development trends in green mining (GM) from 2001 to 2020.
- To identify key research countries, authors, and journals in the GM field.
- To map the evolution of GM research themes and hotspots.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of GM research publications from 2001-2020.
- Creation of a visual collaborative network to map research landscape.
- Keyword co-occurrence analysis to identify research themes and hotspots.
Main Results:
- GM research growth rate significantly exceeds conventional mining research.
- Research themes evolved from sustainability to green technology application, policy, and regulation.
- Soil, waste disposal, recycling, and resource recovery are persistent hotspots, with restoration and management research rapidly increasing.
Conclusions:
- GM research is becoming more comprehensive, covering the entire mine lifecycle.
- Integration of ecological restoration, reclamation, monitoring, and remote sensing technologies is increasing.
- GM research exhibits strong interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary characteristics, reflecting its complex nature.
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