Bibliometric Analysis of Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) Methods in Environmental and Energy Engineering Using CiteSpace Software: Identification of Key Research Trends and Patterns of International Cooperation

Abstract

In the context of sustainable development and global challenges such as climate change and energy security, this paper conducts a bibliometric analysis of scientific journals on multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods with an emphasis on their applications in environmental and energy engineering. The study used the CiteSpace software program 6.2.R6 Advanced to analyze citation networks and identify key publications, authors, and research topics. The simulations carried out made it possible to identify the main research centers and patterns of international cooperation, pointing to the key countries and institutions involved in MCDM research. The results of the analysis reveal the research areas of greatest interest and the main directions for future research. These results can support scientists, researchers, and policymakers in making more informed and sustainable decisions, contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Keywords

• multi-criteria decision-making
• MCDM
• AHP
• bibliometric
• CiteSpace
• environmental engineering