Environmental Development

metrics 2024

Advancing sustainable solutions for a better planet.

Introduction

Environmental Development is a premier academic journal published by Elsevier, dedicated to advancing the field of environmental science through interdisciplinary research and innovative practices. With a focus on geography, planning, and development, as well as management, monitoring, policy, and law, this journal provides a rigorous platform for scholars and practitioners to share insights that shape sustainable environmental policy and practice. Holding a prestigious Q1 ranking in both relevant categories and boasting impressive Scopus rankings - 62 out of 821 in Geography and 60 out of 399 in Environmental Science - Environmental Development stands out as a critical resource for those invested in the future of our planet. The journal emphasizes impactful research that addresses contemporary challenges, fostering dialogue across disciplines and geographical boundaries. With a commitment to high-quality research, it offers an important outlet for those aiming to influence environmental policy and developmental strategies globally. Join the growing community of researchers, professionals, and students engaged in promoting sustainable environmental practices through the knowledge shared in this esteemed publication.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.28
Journal Impact Factor4.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)5.20
H-Index51
Journal IF Without Self4.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.53
Influence0.96
Immediacy Index1.30
Cited Half Life4.60
Citing Half Life6.30
JCI0.87
Total Documents727
WOS Total Citations2917
SCIMAGO Total Citations6001
SCIMAGO SELF Citations242
Scopus Journal Rank1.28
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.93
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.98
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.71

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #62/821
Percentile 92.45
Quartile Q1
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law in Environmental Science
Rank #60/399
Percentile 84.96
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 93/358
Percentile 74.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 104/359
Percentile 71.03
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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