A Bibliometric Analysis of Electronic Waste Management: Issues and Challenges

Abstract

Electronic waste is becoming a burgeoning problem for countries worldwide. The increasing waste streams are entering the ecosystem and further deteriorating the health of citizens worldwide. An emerging economy like India, which offers a key market for electronic devices, shares a greater concern for appropriate e-waste management practices. The present study focuses on the growth of academic literature in this field and its future direction. It utilizes the PRISMA method of systematically analyzing the literature in the field. It reports increased publications and the major countries generating this academic data. It also highlights the prominent studies in the field and the conclusions derived. A systematic literature review utilized VOS viewer software and Atlas Ti for generating bibliometric images. The review finally suggests the broader theme areas covered in this domain and the research direction researchers in the field may explore.