In 2023, Spain leads in scientific publications on pollution, followed by the United States and South Korea. Spain and South Korea have shown significant increases in publication shares, with year-on-year growth of over 29%. Other countries like Italy, Malaysia, and Thailand also experienced notable growth, suggesting heightened research focus. The United States remains a substantial contributor despite a slight decrease, while Japan, France, and Latvia saw minimal or negative growth. Countries like Peru demonstrated exceptional growth at 42.22%, albeit from a smaller base, indicating emerging research efforts.
Looking ahead, the emphasis on nations like Spain and South Korea may continue, potentially pushing them to become leaders in pollution research. Collaborations across borders, technological advancements, and increasing awareness of environmental concerns will likely drive future trends in scientific publications on pollution.
Top countries in Total Number of Scientific Publications in Pollution Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 11.48 | 2023 | +23.58% | +34.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 10.85 | 2023 | +2.76% | -1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 9.67 | 2023 | +26.64% | +29.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.42 | 2023 | +20.15% | +23.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 India | 7.19 | 2023 | +4.12% | +9.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brazil | 6.23 | 2023 | +15.14% | +17.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 5.52 | 2023 | +21.54% | +22.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3.92 | 2023 | +6.26% | +4.72% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.91 | 2023 | +10.69% | +11.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malaysia | 3.17 | 2023 | +20.41% | +29.12% | View data |
