Title: Charting the evolution of green supply chain management: a bibliometric exploration

Authors: Prashant Kumar Siddhey; Uttam Kaur; Anisha Arora; V.K. Jain

Addresses: University School of Business, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India ' University School of Business, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India ' University School of Business, Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India ' SAGE University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

Abstract: This paper aims to scrutinise the roadmap of contemporary research in green supply chain management (GSCM) through a bibliometric analysis. The study's objective is to pinpoint emerging areas that merit exploration in future research endeavours. The methodology involves conducting a bibliometric analysis of research articles published within the GSCM domain, spanning the years 2013 to 2023. Distinct articles were retrieved from designated databases. Data analysis was executed utilising R Studio and VoSviewer interfaces, culminating in descriptive and visual presentations that encompassed citations, keywords, authors, and source contributions. The findings reveal an increasing acceptance of GSCM as a research theme; however, a dearth of comprehensive studies in the field was identified. The originality stems from its distinction as the inaugural bibliometric analysis in the domain of GSCM research. By identifying prevailing trends and suggesting a strategic path forward for future researchers, this study delivers a unique contribution to the field's advancement.

Keywords: green supply chain management; GSCM; bibliometric analysis; Biblioshiny; VoSviewer; futuristic trends; social sciences.

DOI: 10.1504/IJGE.2023.136736

International Journal of Green Economics, 2023 Vol.17 No.3, pp.210 - 229

Received: 27 Sep 2023
Accepted: 16 Nov 2023
Published online: 19 Feb 2024 *

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