Forest Policy and Economics

metrics 2024

Empowering research for a greener tomorrow.

Introduction

Forest Policy and Economics is a leading international journal published by ELSEVIER, dedicated to advancing the field of forest management and economics. With an impact factor indicative of its relevance, this journal holds prestigious Q1 rankings across multiple categories, including Economics and Econometrics, Forestry, Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law, as well as Sociology and Political Science. Given its robust Scopus rankings, it places within the top tiers of its fields, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. Since its inception in 2000, the journal has provided a platform for innovative research and comprehensive reviews addressing critical issues in forest policy and economics until 2024. The journal fosters scholarly discussion on sustainable practices, policy design, and economic frameworks essential for effective forest management in the context of global environmental challenges. As a crucial source of knowledge, Forest Policy and Economics is invaluable for those striving to influence policy and practice within the forestry sector.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.31
Journal Impact Factor4.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.00
H-Index85
Journal IF Without Self4.00
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.27
Influence0.79
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life5.70
Citing Half Life7.40
JCI1.27
Total Documents2515
WOS Total Citations6902
SCIMAGO Total Citations19669
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3020
Scopus Journal Rank1.31
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.29
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.65
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.55

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #45/1466
Percentile 96.93
Quartile Q1
Forestry in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #14/174
Percentile 91.95
Quartile Q1
Economics and Econometrics in Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Rank #72/716
Percentile 89.94
Quartile Q1
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law in Environmental Science
Rank #53/399
Percentile 86.72
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 76/597
Percentile 87.40
Quartile Q1
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 47/182
Percentile 74.50
Quartile Q2
FORESTRY
Rank 4/89
Percentile 96.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 93/600
Percentile 84.50
Quartile Q1
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 39/184
Percentile 78.80
Quartile Q1
FORESTRY
Rank 7/89
Percentile 92.13
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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