Using VOSviewer for Renewable Energy Literature Analysis: Mapping Technology and Policy-Related Research

Abstract

This article explores using VOSviewer for literature analysis in the context of renewable energy, with a specific focus on mapping research related to technology and policy. The data, drawn from major scientific databases such as Scopus and Web of Science, encompasses publications discussing the development of renewable energy technology and the policies that support its implementation. Leveraging VOSviewer, this study visualises the collaboration network between researchers, institutions, and countries and identifies the evolution of critical topics in renewable energy literature. Keyword co-authorship and co-occurrence analysis are employed to discern global trends in this research. The results of this study provide profound insight into the relationship between renewable energy technology development and the policies that shape its implementation, thereby indicating opportunities for collaboration and innovation in clean energy. This study is poised to be an inspiring reference for policymakers and researchers, offering a comprehensive understanding of the global dynamics of renewable energy research and igniting the potential for transformative collaboration and innovation in the field.