Carbon Brief’s ranking of the most highly cited institutions
Carbon Brief has released the 'Cosmos 500' ranking, identifying the world's most cited institutions for climate research. The data highlights a heavy concentration of research output in the US and a notable lack of representation from the global south.
Why it matters
Understanding the landscape of climate research institutions is critical for assessing global scientific influence and the distribution of climate expertise.
Analysis of Carbon Brief’s Cosmos database reveals the world’s leading “institutions” for climate research.
The article presents data-driven rankings while noting political context regarding climate science funding.
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