Sustainable Environment
Scope & Guideline
Championing sustainability through open-access scholarship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Environmental Management and Policy:
Research on strategies and policies for effective management of natural resources, waste management, and sustainable practices across different sectors. - Climate Change and Resilience:
Studies that investigate the impacts of climate change on ecosystems and communities, exploring adaptive strategies and resilience-building measures. - Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security:
Exploration of agricultural practices that enhance sustainability, food security, and the impacts of agricultural policies on environmental health. - Urban Sustainability and Development:
Focus on urban planning, green infrastructure, and the role of cities in promoting sustainable development and addressing urban environmental challenges. - Ecological Conservation and Biodiversity:
Research that emphasizes the importance of biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services, and the effects of human activities on wildlife and habitats. - Socio-Economic Dimensions of Sustainability:
Investigating the socio-economic factors influencing sustainable practices, including community engagement, public perception, and the economic implications of environmental policies. - Innovative Environmental Technologies:
Advancements in technologies aimed at solving environmental issues, such as waste recycling, renewable energy, and pollution control.
Trending and Emerging
- Integration of Technology in Environmental Solutions:
The use of advanced technologies such as remote sensing, big data analytics, and geospatial tools in environmental monitoring and management has gained momentum, indicating a trend towards data-driven sustainability. - Community-based Conservation and Engagement:
Research focusing on local community involvement in conservation efforts is increasing, highlighting the importance of participatory approaches in achieving sustainable outcomes. - Climate Change Adaptation Strategies:
A growing body of work is dedicated to developing and assessing adaptation strategies for communities vulnerable to climate change, emphasizing resilience and sustainable livelihoods. - Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency:
There is an emerging trend towards exploring circular economy principles, including waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable material use, which are increasingly prioritized in environmental research. - Health and Environmental Interactions:
Studies investigating the interconnections between environmental health and public health, particularly in the context of pollution and climate change impacts, are on the rise. - Sustainable Practices in Agriculture:
Innovations in sustainable agricultural practices, including agroecology and organic farming, are gaining attention as critical components in enhancing food security and environmental health. - Socio-economic Impacts of Sustainability Initiatives:
Research exploring the socio-economic impacts of sustainability initiatives, including equity and justice dimensions, is emerging as a vital area of focus.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Waste Management Practices:
Research on conventional waste management has decreased, possibly due to a growing emphasis on innovative and circular economy approaches that prioritize waste reduction and resource recovery. - Static Environmental Assessments:
Studies that merely assess environmental impacts without proposing adaptive or innovative solutions have waned, reflecting a preference for dynamic, solution-oriented research. - Regional Focus on Developed Countries:
There has been a decline in studies focusing exclusively on environmental issues in developed countries, as the journal increasingly emphasizes sustainability challenges in developing regions. - Single-Dimensional Environmental Impact Studies:
Research that only examines one aspect of environmental impact, such as pollution levels without considering socio-economic factors, is becoming less common in favor of more integrated approaches. - Historical Environmental Data Analysis:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications solely focused on historical environmental data analysis, as contemporary studies lean more towards predictive modeling and real-time data assessments.
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