Global Trends and Characteristics of Offshore Wind Farm Research over the Past Three Decades: A Bibliometric Analysis

Offshore wind power is a valuable renewable energy source. However, the development of offshore farms facing many challenges, including understanding their impacts on ecosystems and society, as well knowledge gaps in research. In this study, bibliometric analysis was performed with aim providing comprehensive current global progress farm Three stages were considered for comparison research characteristics outcomes. Based total number scientific publications international collaboration ratio (ICR), Europe has been leading since early 1990s. fast-growing period occurred after 2000, during which Asia particular showed increases ICR. The installation turbines may have non-negligible adverse marine ecosystems, especially ecologically vulnerable regions or developing countries. Research relevant studies should be integrated to investigate reduce ecological environmental damage that results from development. This paper presents systematic evaluation developmental trends research, could help characterize guide future within field.