About the Journal

Environmental Science and Sustainable Development (ESSD) is a peer-reviewed journal that provides a platform for researchers, scholars, and practitioners in the fields of environmental science and sustainable development to share insights, advancements, and innovative solutions. The journal's primary goal is to contribute to the collective knowledge and understanding of the complex challenges facing our environment and promote sustainable practices for a better future.

Environmental studies and sustainable development have become increasingly critical topics as we grapple with the consequences of human activities on our planet. The urgency to address environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and resource depletion has never been more pressing. It is paramount that we explore interdisciplinary approaches, integrate scientific knowledge and policy frameworks, and engage in sustainable practices to effectively mitigate and adapt to these challenges. ESSD aims to address and cover a wide range of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015, building upon the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) from 2000 to 2015.

Environmental Science and Sustainable Development is dedicated to publishing high-quality research articles, reviews, case studies, and commentaries that contribute to the advancement of environmental science, sustainable development theories, and practical applications. The journal actively encourages submissions from diverse fields, including but not limited to environmental sciences, ecology, economics, policy studies, environmental engineering, and technologies related to sustainable development.

In maintaining a rigorous peer-review process, ESSD ensures that all published articles undergo critical evaluation by experts in their respective fields. By upholding high standards of scientific integrity and objectivity, the journal’s editorial board strives to provide readers with reliable, evidence-based research that contributes to the global understanding of environmental issues and sustainable development. Through the exchange of knowledge and ideas facilitated by this journal, the Editor-in-Chief aims to inspire collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. It is our belief that by fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, we can generate innovative solutions and drive positive change towards a more sustainable future.

The journal is published twice a year, in June and December. Special issue releases may occur between regular issues, with guest editors overseeing the review process and delivering them to the Editor-in-Chief.

ESSD welcomes diverse approaches and innovative ideas that have the potential to be breakthroughs in specific fields of study. ESSD is archived in collaborative digital preservation archiving systems such as Portico and LOCKSS, which provide access to permanent and authorized digital content for electronic scholarly journals.

In accordance with the definition of an open-access journal provided by BOAI, ESSD is a fully open-access journal that allows global access to its content, which is freely available without charge to users and institutions. Users are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the articles or use them for any other lawful purpose for non-commercial use without asking prior permission from the publisher or the author.

COPE Membership:

As a member of COPE, ESSD adheres to COPE's policies and journal practices to maintain the highest standards in publication ethics. Researchers, scholars, and practitioners are invited to submit their original work to the Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development, contributing to the collective effort of addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development practices for the benefit of current and future generations.