Carbon Emission Disclosure in Business & Economics: A Bibliometric Exploration of Trends and Insight

Climate change has emerged as a critical global issue, prompting increased corporate responsibility in disclosing carbon emissions. Carbon emission disclosure plays a vital role in corporate transparency and sustainability, influencing investor perceptions, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. This study employs a bibliometric analysis to explore trends and insights in carbon emission disclosure within business and economics research. Utilizing the Scopus database, we analyzed 178 scholarly articles published between 2014 and 2024. The findings indicate a significant growth in carbon-related research, with China leading in publication volume, followed by Australia, the UK, and Indonesia. Additionally, the study identifies key research themes, including carbon performance, climate change, and corporate governance, highlighting their interconnections through network analysis. The PRISMA framework and VOSviewer software were used to map research patterns, collaboration networks, and citation relationships. The results suggest an increasing emphasis on corporate sustainability, regulatory frameworks, and financial implications of carbon disclosure. This study contributes to the understanding of evolving research directions in carbon emission disclosure, providing insights for academics, policymakers, and business leaders on integrating sustainability into corporate strategies.