Journal profile · Social Sciences-Geography, Planning and Development
International Journal of Environmental Studies
ISSN 0020-7233 · eISSN 1029-0400 · Taylor & Francis
International Journal of Environmental Studies: subscription journal; APC charged, amount not published; review about 278 days (first decision after review, publisher); acceptance rate 2% (journal website); 99 articles in 2025; indexed in Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
International Journal of Environmental Studies is published by Taylor & Francis. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Heavy metals in environment, Environmental Toxicology and Ecotoxicology and Sustainable Development and Environmental Management, together about 25.1% of its articles. Its main subfields are Water Science and Technology. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Aims and scopeJournal metrics Editorial board Please note that from 6 September 2024, submissions to this journal are made via ScholarOne Launched in 1970, the International Journal of Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary journal that publishes original research in environmental sciences and studies that examines the complex interactions between natural and human-made environments. Journal Focus The journal favours an interdisciplinary approach, but welcomes focused studies that demonstrate robust methodologies and evidence-based conclusions. We value research that bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical applications, recognising that environmental challenges require integration across scientific disciplines. We especially encourage submissions that demonstrate innovative approaches to complex environmental problems through interdisciplinary collaboration. The journal maintains a global perspective, recognising that environmental challenges transcend political boundaries, while acknowledging the unique contexts of different regions and communities. Our aim is to provide a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share knowledge that contributes to environmental sustainability and informs evidence-based policy decisions. Research Areas of Interest The International Journal of Environmental Studies welcomes submissions across the following areas: Environmental Sciences & Assessment: environmental monitoring, assessment, and management strategies; pollution control, remediation, and contamination studies; risk assessment and analytical methodologies; environmental restoration and cleanup techniques. Agricultural & Food Systems: sustainable agriculture and crop production systems; agricultural biotechnology and environmental applications; soil conservation and restoration techniques; veterinary sciences and agricultural environmental health. Biological Sciences & Ecology: ecosystem conservation and biodiversity management; environmental microbiology and biotechnological applications; ecological systems and biological environmental solutions; medical microbiology in environmental contexts. Engineering & Technology Solutions: environmental engineering innovations; data-driven environmental technologies; sustainable urban and industrial infrastructures; AI-driven solutions to environmental and climate challenges. Earth Systems & Climate Sciences: climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies; earth system pr
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Social Sciences-Geography, Planning and Development
Editor-in-chief Simon EliasPublisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named United Kingdom 1, France 1, Italy 1, Switzerland 1 (4 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Heavy metals in environmentEnvironmental Science9.4%
- Environmental Toxicology and EcotoxicologyEnvironmental Science8.1%
- Sustainable Development and Environmental ManagementEnvironmental Science7.6%
- Environmental and Analytical Chemistry StudiesEnvironmental Science6.2%
- Water Quality and Pollution AssessmentEnvironmental Science5.9%
- Wastewater Treatment and ReuseEnvironmental Science4.3%
- Environmental, Ecological, and Cultural StudiesSocial Sciences4%
- Atmospheric chemistry and aerosolsEarth and Planetary Sciences3.8%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
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CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CiteScore quartiles (Scopus, June 2026 release)
| Subject | Quartile | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography, Planning and Development | Q2 | 315/876 | 64th |
| Ecology | Q2 | 188/491 | 61st |
| Computers in Earth Sciences | Q2 | 34/76 | 55th |
| Waste Management and Disposal | Q3 | 80/151 | 47th |
| Pollution | Q3 | 98/180 | 45th |
Scopus ranks journals by CiteScore within each subject: the 75th percentile and above is Q1, then a quartile every 25 points. A different system from the CAS zones.LetPub
JCR / CiteScore quartiles on the journal's website
- CiteScore Q2 · 2025
Publisher-reported: JCR figures are Clarivate's and CiteScore figures Scopus's to confirm; both are a different system from the CAS zones.Publisher website
Database indexing
ScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
CAB AbstractsPublisher website
Other: CABI
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 3.3LetPub ·
- CiteScore (publisher) 2025
- 3.3Publisher website ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.32LetPub ·
- SJR (publisher) 2025
- 0.32Publisher website ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.5LetPub ·
- SNIP (publisher) 2025
- 0.5Publisher website ·
- h-index
- 79OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 1,097OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 2.37OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Volume
- Downloads per year (publisher)
- 103,000Publisher website ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 4,748 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 | 1 | 1,635 |
| 2025 | 99 | 10 | 3,031 |
| 2024 | 186 | 19 | 3,778 |
| 2023 | 129 | 14 | 3,844 |
| 2022 | 137 | 15 | 3,674 |
| 2021 | 118 | 9 | 3,577 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Review time from article dates manuscript dates registered with Crossref · to
462 daysMedian, submission to acceptance · P25–P75 405 days – 512 days
- Acceptance to online
- median 14 days (10 articles)
- Submission to online
- median 500 days
- Sample
- 10 articles with submission and acceptance dates (173 in the window); the latest was accepted on
Only articles that were accepted and published are counted, not the time spent on rejected manuscripts, so this usually runs longer than a publisher's "time to first decision".
Figures by source
- Acceptance rate (publisher)
- 2%Publisher website ·
- Submission to first decision
- 175 daysPublisher website ·
- First decision after review
- 278 daysPublisher website ·
- Acceptance to publication
- 23 daysPublisher website ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewPublisher website
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Subscription journalLetPub
A subscription journal: articles are read by subscription or purchase, and authors usually pay no publication charge.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher website | Yes, amount not published | — | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteOpen access, Peer review
- Open access Open access
International Journal of Environmental Studies is a hybrid open access journal that is part of the Taylor & Francis Open Select publishing program, giving you the option to publish open access. Publishing open access means that your article will be free to access online immediately on publication, increasing the visibility, readership, and impact of your research. Why choose open access? Increase …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review Statement
The International Journal of Environmental Studies is an international, peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research contributions to scientific knowledge.
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- ISSN
- 0020-7233
- Electronic ISSN
- 1029-0400
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 83, Issue 2-3 (2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗LetPub
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about International Journal of Environmental Studies
How long does peer review take at International Journal of Environmental Studies?
The publisher reports about 278 days (first decision after review); the journal's website gives an acceptance rate of 2%. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
Where are the editorial board members of International Journal of Environmental Studies based?
Of the 4 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are United Kingdom (1), France (1) and Italy (1). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index International Journal of Environmental Studies?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, International Journal of Environmental Studies is indexed in Scopus. The journal's website also lists CAB Abstracts; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is International Journal of Environmental Studies open access, and what is the APC?
International Journal of Environmental Studies is a subscription journal. APC charged, amount not published.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .