Scientific production in waste management and ecological sustainability from a bibliometric approach

This study employs a bibliometric approach to examine the scientific production trends in waste management and ecological sustainability, encompassing publications from 1995 to 2024. The research employs the VOSviewer software to analyse 778 academic articles indexed in the Web of Science database. By identifying key journals, influential authors, major keywords and citation networks, the study elucidates the academic evolution and emerging directions in waste management research. The findings indicate a significant increase in publication activity post-2014, which reflects the growing importance of sustainability issues. The key themes identified include waste management, environmental sustainability, life cycle assessment, and the circular economy. The study underscores the need for interdisciplinary approaches and enhanced global collaboration in advancing sustainable waste management practices. Through its comprehensive analysis, this research provides valuable insights for academia and policymakers to address environmental challenges effectively.