GLOBAL AND PLANETARY CHANGE

metrics 2024

Leading the Conversation on Climate and Environmental Science

Introduction

GLOBAL AND PLANETARY CHANGE, published by Elsevier, is a premier international journal focused on the critical issues surrounding environmental science, climate change, and planetary dynamics. Since its inception in 1989, this journal has established itself as a leading voice in the field, currently holding a prestigious Q1 ranking in both Global and Planetary Change and Oceanography as of 2023. With a remarkable influence reflected in its Scopus rankings—15th in Earth and Planetary Sciences and 34th in Global and Planetary Change—it serves as an essential platform for researchers, professionals, and students. The journal provides a comprehensive examination of cutting-edge research findings and innovative developments that address the urgent challenges facing our planet. Although it is not an Open Access journal, it remains a vital resource for anyone keen to contribute to or stay informed on the ever-evolving discourse of global environmental change, promoting sustainable solutions for the future.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.49
Journal Impact Factor4.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.50
H-Index163
Journal IF Without Self4.00
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.60
Influence1.43
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life8.80
Citing Half Life10.60
JCI1.07
Total Documents3436
WOS Total Citations13909
SCIMAGO Total Citations36557
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1774
Scopus Journal Rank1.49
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.16
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.32
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.64

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Oceanography in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #15/145
Percentile 89.66
Quartile Q1
Global and Planetary Change in Environmental Science
Rank #34/120
Percentile 71.67
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY, PHYSICAL
Rank 11/65
Percentile 83.80
Quartile Q1
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 41/253
Percentile 84.00
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY, PHYSICAL
Rank 13/65
Percentile 80.00
Quartile Q1
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 46/253
Percentile 81.82
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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