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The Evolution of Energy Transition Research in the Brics Countries: A Bibliometric Perspective

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  • Silva, Marcelo Santana

    (Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil,)

  • Martins, Luís Oscar

    (Federal University of Reconcavo of Bahia, Feira de Santana, Brazil,)

  • Fernandes, Fábio Matos

    (State University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil,)

  • Almeida, Lucas da Silva

    (Institute of Regional Development, University of Granada, 18071, Granada, Spain,)

  • Mousinho, Maria Cândida Arraes de Mirnada

    (Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil,)

  • Torres, Ednildo Andrade

    (Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil.)

Abstract

The energy transition has become a central global agenda in addressing climate change. Given the geopolitical and environmental relevance of the BRICS group, this study investigates the evolution of scientific production on energy transition in countries comprising the bloc, including its new members. The main research question was: what are the academic trends and contributions regarding the energy transition in BRICS, considering its expanded composition? Based on a bibliometric approach, 63 articles published between 2005 and 2025 were analyzed from the Scopus and Web of Science databases. The Bibliometrix package in R was used to map authorship patterns, collaboration networks, sources, and keywords. The results show that China, India, and Brazil lead scientific output, while the new members remain absent from the main collaboration clusters. Central themes are concentrated on public policies for renewable energy and decarbonization, reflecting theoretical maturity in the field. However, significant gaps remain regarding energy governance and the academic inclusion of African and Middle Eastern countries. The main contribution of this study lies in systematizing the intellectual structure of energy transition research within the BRICS context, highlighting asymmetries, potentialities, and future directions for scientific and policy advancement on the topic.

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  • Silva, Marcelo Santana & Martins, Luís Oscar & Fernandes, Fábio Matos & Almeida, Lucas da Silva & Mousinho, Maria Cândida Arraes de Mirnada & Torres, Ednildo Andrade, 2025. "The Evolution of Energy Transition Research in the Brics Countries: A Bibliometric Perspective," International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, Econjournals, vol. 15(6), pages 905-916, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:eco:journ2:v:15:y:2025:i:6:id:21340
    DOI: 10.32479/ijeep.21340
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