Global Journal of Economic and Finance Research

This study explores the academic landscape of green growth using a bibliometric analysis approach based on Scopus data, comprising a sample of 226 articles. Through keyword co-occurrence analysis and data visualization techniques, the study elucidates the development trends and knowledge structure of the field. The results indicate a significant increase in the number of publications, particularly after 2022, reflecting growing scholarly interest in sustainable development. Green growth is identified as an interdisciplinary field, primarily situated within environmental science, energy, and economics. Keyword analysis reveals four major thematic clusters related to green innovation, renewable energy, industrialization, and institutional quality, which are closely interconnected within the research structure. Notably, institutional quality plays a pivotal role in moderating the relationships among these factors. The study provides a systematic overview and offers implications for future research directions and policy formulation aimed at promoting green growth.

Bibliometric analysis, Green growth, Green innovation, Industrialization, Institutional quality, Renewable energy.

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