International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies

metrics 2024

Championing the integration of sustainability and technology.

Introduction

International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies is a premier, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the field of low-carbon technologies and sustainable practices. Published by OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, this journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, providing insightful research and innovative solutions for a sustainable future. With its ISSN 1748-1317 and E-ISSN 1748-1325, the journal is recognized globally, boasting an impressive impact in its categories, including a Q1 ranking in Architecture and Q2 rankings in both Civil and Structural Engineering and Environmental Science as of 2023. It is open access since 2014, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge to a wider audience, and encourages critical discourse on environmental sustainability across converging disciplines. The journal’s Scopus rankings reflecting its standing—ranked #23 in Architecture (88th percentile) and #130 in Civil and Structural Engineering—underscore its importance in driving forward the scientific agenda in low-carbon technologies. As we journey from 2007 towards 2024, the International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies remains a cornerstone for research and dialogue in reducing carbon footprints and promoting resilient infrastructure.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.50
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index40
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.31
Influence0.37
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life3.90
Citing Half Life5.40
JCI0.43
Total Documents1028
WOS Total Citations1834
SCIMAGO Total Citations4123
SCIMAGO SELF Citations232
Scopus Journal Rank0.50
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.82
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.00
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.98

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Architecture in Engineering
Rank #23/189
Percentile 87.83
Quartile Q1
Civil and Structural Engineering in Engineering
Rank #130/379
Percentile 65.70
Quartile Q2
General Environmental Science in Environmental Science
Rank #86/233
Percentile 63.09
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ENERGY & FUELS
Rank 119/170
Percentile 30.30
Quartile Q3
THERMODYNAMICS
Rank 34/76
Percentile 55.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENERGY & FUELS
Rank 118/173
Percentile 31.79
Quartile Q3
THERMODYNAMICS
Rank 41/76
Percentile 46.05
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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