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Environmental Social Governance (ESG) in Digitalization research: A bibliometric analysis

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  • Qin Lingda Tan
  • Sharizal Hashim
  • Zhangwei Zheng

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In the last decade, the intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles with digital innovation has become a crucial area of research, highlighted by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and the emerging focus on Digital ESG (DESG). Despite rapid advancements, a unified theoretical framework for DESG remains undefined. This study conducts a bibliometric analysis on 455 Scopus-indexed documents to map the current landscape, themes, and future directions of ESG digitalization research. The review reveals a multidisciplinary interest, primarily within business management, with significant contributions from China, Malaysia, and the United States—indicating their leadership potential in ESG digitalization. This study spotlights key researchers and emphasizes foundational work’s critical role in enhancing understanding of DESG and ESG’s impact on consumer behavior, laying essential groundwork for deeper insights and future explorations into the effects of ESG values on consumer attitudes.

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  • Qin Lingda Tan & Sharizal Hashim & Zhangwei Zheng, 2025. "Environmental Social Governance (ESG) in Digitalization research: A bibliometric analysis," SAGE Open, , vol. 15(1), pages 21582440241, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:sagope:v:15:y:2025:i:1:p:21582440241310953
    DOI: 10.1177/21582440241310953
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