Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability

metrics 2024

Advancing Knowledge for a Greener Tomorrow

Introduction

Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, published by Elsevier Science Ltd, is a leading academic journal that specializes in exploring innovative strategies and emerging trends in environmental sustainability. With an impressive impact factor that reflects its esteemed position within the field, this journal is classified as Q1 in both the Environmental Science and Social Sciences categories for 2023, indicating its high-quality and influential contributions. The journal has been at the forefront of sustainability discussions since its inception in 2009 and continues to provide a platform for multidisciplinary research and critical analysis. As a key resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability ensures open access to valuable insights while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across various domains. This journal not only serves to inform and inspire but also aims to address the pressing challenges of sustainability in our evolving world, making it an essential read for anyone engaged in environmental studies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.51
Journal Impact Factor6.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)8.70
H-Index122
Journal IF Without Self6.60
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.89
Influence2.48
Immediacy Index2.30
Cited Half Life6.40
Citing Half Life3.80
JCI1.02
Total Documents1285
WOS Total Citations8552
SCIMAGO Total Citations20788
SCIMAGO SELF Citations782
Scopus Journal Rank2.51
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.31
Cites / Document (3 Years)8.93
Cites / Document (4 Years)9.10

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Social Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #2/275
Percentile 99.27
Quartile Q1
General Environmental Science in Environmental Science
Rank #10/233
Percentile 95.71
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 47/358
Percentile 87.00
Quartile Q1
GREEN & SUSTAINABLE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 25/91
Percentile 73.10
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 80/359
Percentile 77.72
Quartile Q1
GREEN & SUSTAINABLE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 30/91
Percentile 67.03
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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