Green Intellectual Capital Research: Bibliometric Insights into Performance and Sustainability

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10.2991/978-94-6463-801-1_17How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Green Intellectual Capital; Sustainable Development Goals; Bibliometric Analysis; Performance; Sustainability

Abstract

This study explores the evolving landscape of Green Intellectual Capital (GIC) and its role in driving sustainability and business performance. GIC aligns closely with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through a bibliometric analysis of 145 Scopus-indexed publications from 2014 to 2025, this research identifies key themes, influential scholars, and emerging trends in the field. Employing citation metrics, co-occurrence mapping, and network visualization, the study systematically examines the intellectual structure of GIC research. Data was retrieved from the Scopus database and analyzed using Publish or Perish, Microsoft Excel, and VOSviewer to assess publication trends, citation impact, and collaborative networks. The findings reveal a significant surge in GIC-related research, particularly between 2021 and 2024, reflecting the increasing global emphasis on sustainability. The study underscores the pivotal role of green human capital, green structural capital, and green relational capital in fostering corporate sustainability. Notably, Malaysia and Pakistan emerge as leading contributors to GIC literature, demonstrating a growing commitment to sustainable business practices. This study not only contributes to the academic discourse on GIC but also provides valuable insights for industry practitioners seeking to integrate intellectual capital into sustainability strategies. Future research should focus on industry-specific applications, the impact of digital transformation, and the role of GIC in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, ensuring its relevance in the rapidly evolving business landscape.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Nur Syuhada Adnan
AU  - Syafiq Abdul Haris Halmi
AU  - Noor Emilina Mohd Nasir
AU  - Suraya Ahmad
AU  - Muhammad Shaqif Azfar Afandi
AU  - Ratna Mulyany
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/07/31
TI  - Green Intellectual Capital Research: Bibliometric Insights into Performance and Sustainability
BT  - Proceedings of the 9th Terengganu International Business and Economics Conference 2025 (TiBEC IX 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 232
EP  - 245
SN  - 2352-5428
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-801-1_17
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-801-1_17
ID  - Adnan2025
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