DOI: https://doi.org/10.14710/presipitasi.v0i0.%25p

Bibliometric Analysis of Water Pollution Research: Focus on Industry Impacts

Mellyzar Mellyzar orcid scopus  -  Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
*Hernani Hernani scopus  -  Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Nahadi Nahadi orcid scopus  -  Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Sri Agustina orcid scopus  -  Ghent University, Belgium

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Water pollution is a pressing global issue, particularly in regions heavily impacted by industrial activities. It results in aquatic ecosystem degradation, biodiversity loss, and significant health risks from waterborne diseases and prolonged exposure to toxic pollutants. Industrial waste is a key contributor, highlighting the urgency for effective mitigation strategies. This study aims to analyze research trends on industrial water pollution, identify knowledge gaps, and provide actionable insights for policymakers. A bibliometric analysis and literature review were conducted on 2,523 articles published between 2015 and 2024, utilizing the R software and Biblioshiny interface. Additionally, 30 highly cited articles were reviewed in-depth to explore dominant themes and advancements. The findings show a marked increase in research outputs, with China as the leading contributor. Key topics include the impacts of industrial effluents, innovative water treatment technologies, and regulatory measures. However, significant gaps remain, particularly in interdisciplinary approaches and research on developing countries like Indonesia. The study recommends advancing scalable, cost-effective hybrid technologies, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and promoting public awareness initiatives.This research highlights the need to integrate technological, social, and policy dimensions to address industrial water pollution effectively, offering a pathway for sustainable solutions and future research directions.

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