A comprehensive literature review of nearly 130,000 articles published between 1990 and 2021 shows a significant shift towards adaptation and mitigation solutions for climate change. This shift reflects the growing recognition of the urgent need to address the impacts of climate change and develop strategies to mitigate its effects. The study's findings emphasize the global focus on practical steps to combat climate change, aiming to make the planet more resilient to environmental challenges while working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The shift towards adaptation and mitigation underlines the evolving nature of climate change research, with an emphasis on actionable strategies and solutions to address the ongoing environmental crisis.