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This study offers a bibliometric analysis of global research contributions at the intersection of sustainable development and green library initiatives from 2000 to 2025, with a focus on open-access literature. Drawing on data from the Scopus database, the study analyzed 1,008 open-access records across various document types, languages, and publication stages. The analysis revealed a significant growth in scholarly interest, particularly from 2020 onwards, with the highest number of contributions appearing in final-stage journal articles and conference proceedings. Prominent subject areas included Social Sciences, Computer Science, Arts and Humanities, and Business, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of green library research. The United States, India, the United Kingdom, and South Africa emerged as leading contributing countries, supported by institutions such as the University of South Africa and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Key sponsoring bodies included the National Science Foundation, European Commission, and Horizon 2020 Programme. Frequently occurring keywords such as "Sustainable Development," "Digital Libraries," and "Library Services" underscored evolving themes aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The findings demonstrate a global shift toward sustainability-focused library services and the increasing role of academic institutions and funding bodies in shaping environmentally responsible library practices.