Current Research in Environmental Sustainability
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Research for a Sustainable Future
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages research that integrates multiple disciplines, including environmental science, sociology, economics, and policy studies to develop comprehensive solutions to sustainability challenges. - Empirical Studies:
A strong emphasis is placed on empirical analyses that provide data-driven insights into sustainability practices, impacts, and policies, often utilizing case studies from diverse geographical contexts. - Focus on Global and Local Contexts:
Research published in the journal addresses both global sustainability challenges and localized issues, thereby contributing to a broader understanding of environmental sustainability across different scales. - Stakeholder Engagement:
The journal emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement in sustainability research, often highlighting participatory approaches and co-production of knowledge between researchers and communities. - Innovative Solutions and Practices:
The journal is committed to exploring innovative practices and technologies that can enhance sustainability, including agroecological practices, sustainable resource management, and renewable energy solutions.
Trending and Emerging
- Water-Energy-Food Nexus:
There is a growing focus on the interconnectedness of water, energy, and food systems, emphasizing the need for integrated approaches to resource management that enhance sustainability and resilience. - Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience:
Research exploring adaptation strategies and resilience-building measures in the face of climate change is trending, particularly studies that investigate community-level responses and innovative practices. - Consumer Behavior and Sustainability:
An increasing number of studies are examining the role of consumer behavior in driving sustainability, including attitudes toward sustainable products and practices, as well as the implications for policy and market trends. - Social Equity and Environmental Justice:
Emerging themes include the intersection of social equity and environmental justice, highlighting the importance of inclusive approaches in sustainability research that address marginalized communities and their unique challenges. - Technological Innovations for Sustainability:
There is a notable rise in research focused on technological advancements that contribute to sustainability, including renewable energy technologies, waste management innovations, and precision agriculture.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Agricultural Practices:
Research on conventional agricultural practices is decreasing as the focus shifts toward more sustainable and innovative agricultural methods, such as agroecology and climate-smart agriculture. - Single-Dimensional Environmental Policies:
There is a noticeable decline in studies solely focused on environmental policies without considering social and economic dimensions, as the journal increasingly promotes integrated approaches. - Local Case Studies without Broader Implications:
The publication of case studies that do not draw broader implications for sustainability trends or practices is diminishing, reflecting a shift toward research that connects local findings to global sustainability frameworks. - Limited Focus on Non-Human Stakeholders:
Research concentrating exclusively on human impacts is waning, as there is a growing recognition of the importance of non-human actors and ecological perspectives in sustainability discussions. - Narrowly Defined Sustainability Metrics:
Studies that rely solely on traditional metrics of sustainability without incorporating holistic or innovative assessment frameworks are becoming less prominent as researchers seek more comprehensive evaluation methods.
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