In 2023, the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in pollution in China stood at approximately 1.06 thousand. The forecasted data indicates a steady year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2028: a 12.4% increase from 2024 to 2025, a further 11.0% rise in 2026, followed by a consistent growth of 9.9% in 2027 and 9.0% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is projected at 10.5%, reflecting a robust upward trend in China’s research output in this domain.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increasing international collaborations as China strengthens its global research presence.
- Enhanced investment in pollution research by both public and private sectors.
- Impact of governmental policies on fostering research and innovation in environmental sustainability.
