Published in Scientific Papers. Series E. Land Reclamation, Earth Observation & Surveying, Environmental Engineering, Vol. XIII
Written by Alina-Cerasela ALUCULESEI, Nicoleta GUDANESCU, Sorin IONITESCU, George Cornel DUMITRESCU, Simona MOAGAR-POLADIAN
Water resources are highly valuable globally, and their sustainable management has become a top priority for authorities worldwide. Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries, with their extensive history of water usage across various sectors, face significant challenges due to the over-exploitation of these resources. The increasing demand underscores the need for comprehensive management at both national and regional levels. This study examines research trends on water resource exploitation in CEE countries, identifying potential research gaps that academia can address to offer essential a valuable insight for policymakers. By using a bibliometric analysis of 390 articles and proceedings from the Web of Science database, analysed through VosViewer software, the study reveals substantial research interest in areas such as agriculture, water management, wastewater reuse solutions, and sustainable agricultural water use. Despite this, the analysis indicates a notable deficiency in research focused on the new labour market demands associated with emerging water management technologies. These findings highlight the necessity for future research to bridge this gap, providing actionable insights to adapt educational and training programs to the evolving requirements of the water management sector.
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