Statistical review of literature sources on carbon emissions during the CSPB based on knowledge graphs

Abstract

The construction industry, a significant contributor to global carbon emissions, is pivotal in implementing carbon reduction strategies. This study delves into the carbon emissions associated with the construction stage of prefabricated buildings (CSPB), a burgeoning field of research. Utilizing the CiteSpace knowledge graph visualization software, we comprehensively analyzed literature from the Web of Science (WoS) database. Our study encompasses several vital dimensions: academic paper publication volume, keyword co-occurrence network, keyword co-occurrence network clustering, and citation burst visualization and analysis. The findings indicate that the topic of carbon emissions in prefabricated building construction is gaining increasing attention globally. Over the past decade, related literature has surged by an average annual growth rate of 41.42 %. Key research themes have emerged around the quantification of carbon emissions, construction methodologies, influencing factors, mitigation strategies, the use of prefabricated components, and predictive studies on emissions. These insights underscore the evolving focus and critical importance of this field in global sustainability efforts.