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Rahmawaty1,2, Mohd Hasmadi Ismail3, Abdul Rauf2
1Faculty of Forestry, Universitas Sumatera Utara, North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Heliyon
|December 6, 2024
Summary
This study analyzes climate literacy research from 1981-2024, revealing a surge in publications after 2015. Key themes include mental health and farmers' perceptions, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary approaches.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Education
- Social Science
Background:
- Climate literacy is crucial for understanding human impact on climate and its societal/biospheric consequences.
- Public awareness and engagement are vital for climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scientometric analysis of climate literacy research.
- To map publication trends, identify central themes, and pivotal works in climate literacy.
- To understand the evolution and interconnections within the climate literacy research domain.
Main Methods:
- Scientometric analysis of publications from 1981-2024.
- Utilized Web of Science database and CiteSpace visualization tools.
- Employed dual-map overlays and document co-citation analysis.
Main Results:
- A significant increase in climate literacy research publications observed after 2015.
- Identified key research clusters: "bad news," "mental health," and "farmers' perceptions."
- Revealed the interconnectedness of scholarly works through co-citation analysis.
Conclusions:
- The rise in publications reflects growing global concern regarding climate change.
- Interdisciplinary methods are essential for advancing climate literacy and public engagement.
- Fostering an informed community is key to addressing environmental challenges effectively.
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