  This study examines the role of human capital investment in driving
sustainable socio-economic growth within the energy industry. The fuel and
energy sector undeniably forms the backbone of contemporary economies,
supplying vital resources that underpin industrial activities, transportation,
and broader societal operations. In the context of the global shift toward
sustainability, it is crucial to focus not just on technological innovation but
also on cultivating human capital within this sector. This is particularly
relevant considering the recent shift towards green and renewable energy
solutions. In this study, we utilize bibliometric analysis, drawing from a
dataset of 1933 documents (represented by research papers, conference
proceedings, and book chapters) indexed in the Web of Science (WoS) database.
We conduct a network cluster analysis of the textual and bibliometric data
using VOSViewer software. The findings stemming from our analysis indicate that
investments in human capital are perceived as important in achieving long-term
sustainable economic growth in the energy companies both in Russia and
worldwide. In addition, it appears that the role of human capital in the energy
sector is gaining more popularity both among Russian and international
researchers and academics.
