Integration Impacts of EVs on Power Systems, Economy, Environment, and Society: A Bibliometricassisted Mini Review

Electric vehicles (EVs) offer a sustainable choice to traditional vehicles by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality but also contribute to grid flexibility and stability through smart charging and vehicle-to-grid technologies. This paper conducts a mini review on integrating EVs with renewable energy sources and their impacts on power systems, environment, health, economy, and social welfare. For an informed understanding of the structure and growth of the literature along with recent research topics, the review is enriched with a data-driven and visualized bibliometric analysis of publications retrieved from Scopus over the past five years using VOSviewer software. The study delves into the economic implications of EVs, revealing both consumer cost savings and broader economic benefits, including reduced oil demand and associated environmental impacts. Also, the review discusses the significant health benefits of transitioning to EVs, such as the reduction in transportation-related emissions and their contribution to public health improvement. The review's findings indicate a significant interest within the scientific community regarding the study and resolution of various issues surrounding the integration of EVs into contemporary power grids alongside renewable sources, which aligns with the recent surge in scholarly publications. Also, by analyzing the current trends, challenges, and future directions, the study sheds light on the need for continued interdisciplinary research collaboration and policy support for a more sustainable and resilient energy future.