Regional Sustainability
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Advancing interdisciplinary insights for resilient regions.
Introduction
Regional Sustainability is a premier open access journal published by KEAI PUBLISHING LTD, devoted to the interdisciplinary exploration of sustainable practices within urban and regional contexts. Since its inception in 2020, this journal has quickly established itself as a leading platform for innovative research, currently holding a strong position in category quartiles, including Q1 rankings in Development and Geography, Planning and Development in 2023. With its broad scope encompassing essential themes in Renewable Energy and Urban Studies, Regional Sustainability provides valuable insights and advances knowledge critical for sustainable development, drawing contributions from scholars and practitioners worldwide. The journal’s impressive Scopus rankings underscore its significance with a percentile rank of 87th in both Urban Studies and Development, making it essential reading for researchers and policymakers alike. The journal is headquartered in Beijing, China, and is committed to disseminating high-quality research that addresses contemporary challenges in sustainability.
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