Geographical Insights into the Environment-Migration Nexus: Emerging Issues from Case Studies

Climate change is a topic of great global importance, involving both the public and the international scientific community. Among its consequences, the impact on human population movements is of growing concern for re- searchers and policymakers. Environmental changes increasingly pressure communities influencing migration directly and indirectly by undermining the economic, social, and political balance. Environmental and climate mi- gration is therefore a complex issue with significant implications on social inequalities and geopolitical stability. In this study, bibliometric techniques were applied to identify key trends surrounding environment-induced migra- tion. Through a geographical approach, it highlights the regions which have garnered the greatest research attention, revealing specific regional vulner- abilities and adaptation challenges. The findings show a complex interplay between environmental risks and social vulnerabilities, exacerbating inequal- ities in fragile communities. They also highlight sharp disparities in resilience and policy responses between developed and poorer regions, underscoring the urgency of implementing equitable and participatory adaptation policies that promote sustainable solutions, strengthen local knowledge, and address the socioeconomic dimensions of environmental and climate migration.