Energy Scientific Production In The Context Of The Green Development Models

The energy sector plays a vital role in addressing the global challenges of achieving sustainability by using the renewable energy sources and by increasing the energy efficiency and conservation, while obtaining energy security and safety. The aim of this paper is to quantitatively observe the evolution and status of the main publications on “green” energy. The study uses the Scopus database and the VOSviewer software to determine the progress of research and the main sub-themes discussed in the field of energy in the context of green economy and sustainable development. The findings suggest slightly different approaches of the scientific production on sustainable-related energy, green- related energy and renewable related-energy. This paper provides insights on the main internationally debated research areas in the energy field.

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