Journal of Sustainability

About this Journal

The Journal of Sustainability is an interdisciplinary journal that aims to provide practical advice to businesses, policymakers, and civil society on accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable economy.

This journal is a collective effort by leading scholars and practitioners around the world who are excited about furthering the discourse on the concept of sustainability. All our articles are open-access and oriented towards practical applications. We compensate our editors and reviewers, and we strive to provide peer review that is both fast and constructive.

We are keen to help you publish your research.

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The Journal of Sustainability publishes research which provides practical advice for businesses, policymakers and civil society that helps ensure more sustainable development.

Latest Publications

Articles

Research Paper
Open access

The Paradox of Consumption: Material Happiness vs. Environmental Impact

Ricardo Ramos, Maria José Rodrigues, Isilda Rodrigues

First published: 11 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of a Pre-Commercial Chemical Recycling Process for Post-Industrial Plastic Waste

Darius Steegborn, Manfred Renner, Philip Biessey

First published: 04 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Filling the Gaps: Advancing Neglected and Underutilised Species and Knowledge Systems in Thailand for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability

Worakrit Saiyasombat, Wimonphan Chathiran, Jaruwan Chimasangkanan, Sabri Bromage, Teresa Borelli, Danny Hunter, Warangkana Srichamnong

First published: 24 November 2025

Research paper
Open access

The Disappearing Green: Ecosystem Service Loss in Atlanta, Georgia

Kwaku Karikari Manu, Seth Appiah-Opoku, Madusha Maha Gamage, Kwadwo Nketia Kumankuma Sarpong, Jacob Nchagmado Tagnan

First published: 09 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Integrating Food Biodiversity into Public Food Procurement: A Brazilian Amazon case of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities

Bianca da Conceição Cabral, Teresa Borelli, Andrea das Graças Ferreira Frazao, Bernardo Tomchinsky, Sharon Mendonce, Danny Hunter

First published: 03 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

3DCP-CI: Developing a Circularity Indicator for Assessing 3D Concrete Printed Architectural Designs

İdil Gümrük, Torsten Schröder, Rob Wolfs, Theo Salet

First published: 22 November 2025

Research Paper
Open access

The Paradox of Consumption: Material Happiness vs. Environmental Impact

Ricardo Ramos, Maria José Rodrigues, Isilda Rodrigues

First published: 11 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

The Disappearing Green: Ecosystem Service Loss in Atlanta, Georgia

Kwaku Karikari Manu, Seth Appiah-Opoku, Madusha Maha Gamage, Kwadwo Nketia Kumankuma Sarpong, Jacob Nchagmado Tagnan

First published: 09 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of a Pre-Commercial Chemical Recycling Process for Post-Industrial Plastic Waste

Darius Steegborn, Manfred Renner, Philip Biessey

First published: 04 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Integrating Food Biodiversity into Public Food Procurement: A Brazilian Amazon case of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities

Bianca da Conceição Cabral, Teresa Borelli, Andrea das Graças Ferreira Frazao, Bernardo Tomchinsky, Sharon Mendonce, Danny Hunter

First published: 03 December 2025

Research paper
Open access

Filling the Gaps: Advancing Neglected and Underutilised Species and Knowledge Systems in Thailand for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability

Worakrit Saiyasombat, Wimonphan Chathiran, Jaruwan Chimasangkanan, Sabri Bromage, Teresa Borelli, Danny Hunter, Warangkana Srichamnong

First published: 24 November 2025

Research paper
Open access

3DCP-CI: Developing a Circularity Indicator for Assessing 3D Concrete Printed Architectural Designs

İdil Gümrük, Torsten Schröder, Rob Wolfs, Theo Salet

First published: 22 November 2025

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Journal of Sustainability

Special Issues

Special Issues gather articles on a focused theme, offering a platform for sharing new research. All submissions are curated by Guest Editors and peer-reviewed under the journal’s standard process.

Each proposal is approved by the Editorial Board to ensure it aligns with the journal’s scope. Accepted articles are published within the volume of the calendar year in which the Special Issue opens. They are featured on a dedicated Special Issue page, as well as in the “Recent Articles” feed and annual archive

For details on how to submit to a Special Issue, as well as our policies and Guest Editor responsibilities, please refer to our Special Issue Guidelines. For any enquiries, contact the Editorial Office at [email protected].

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Increase the impact and visibility of your research by guest editing a Special Issue for the Journal of Sustainability. Publishing in a Special Issue offers authors greater discoverability, opportunities to build their research network, and the benefit of a thorough peer-review process. We welcome Special Issue proposals from our readers and contributors on topics within their area of expertise.

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Towards Smart Active Buildings: Reducing Carbon Footprint and Achieving Sustainable Development through Artificial Intelligence

Edited by: Cosimo Magazzino

Keywords: Smart Active Buildings (SABs) • Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Net-Zero Energy Buildings (NZEBs) • Energy Efficiency • Carbon Footprint Reduction • Sustainable Development • AI-based Energy Management • Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions • Renewable Energy Integration • Predictive Energy Analytics

Deadline: 31 Mar 2026 0 Articles

Open

The Sustainable Fashion Equation: Aligning Consumer Values, Corporate Action, and Systemic Change

Edited by: Nirbhay Rana, Bhupesh Manoharan, Ankkur Chhabra, Corinna Joyce

Keywords: Sustainable Fashion • Consumer Behaviour • Corporate Responsibility • Circular Economy • ESG Strategy • Greenwashing • Supply Chain Transparency • Responsible Consumption • Systemic Change • Climate Action

Deadline: 1 Apr 2026 3 Articles

Open

Regulating Sustainability – How Law is used in Relation to Sustainability Objectives

Edited by: Rhett Martin

Keywords: Precautionary Risk Management • Criteria and Indicators of Sustainability • Science and Regulation • Balance as a Regulatory Imperative

Deadline: 30 Jun 2026 0 Articles

Open

Technological Innovation: Improving Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Consumerism

Edited by: Syed Abdul Rehman Khan, Adnan Ahmed Sheikh

Keywords: Sustainable Supply Chain • Technological Innovation • Climate Change • Green Strategies • Sustainability

Deadline: 31 Jul 2026 0 Articles

Upcoming

ESG and Sustainability in the Global South: Challenges & Opportunities of an Unfinished Agenda

Edited by: Karamo N.M. Sonko

Keywords: Global South • ESG • Sustainability • SDGs • Climate • Social • Governance • Developed Countries

Opens: 1 Jan 2026 0 Articles