Focus And Scope
The International Journal of Critical Sustainability publishes interdisciplinary research that critically examines the theories, practices, and paradigms of sustainability. The journal is dedicated to exploring transformative pathways that address the complex social, environmental, economic, technological, and cultural dimensions of sustainable development.
It emphasizes critical inquiry, equity, and systemic change, providing a platform for voices from diverse disciplines, communities, and worldviews, especially those underrepresented in mainstream sustainability discourse.
The scope includes, but is not limited to:
- Environmental Sciences
Sustainable management of natural resources, climate systems, ecosystems, and environmental monitoring. - Health Science
Critical perspectives on health systems, disease prevention, and human-environment health interactions. - Public Health
Community health, health equity, epidemiology, and environmental determinants of health. - Nutrition Science
Sustainable nutrition, food security, food systems, and public policy on dietary health. - Sustainable Development
Cross-sectoral strategies for achieving the SDGs, including urban sustainability, policy, and equity. - Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
Curriculum development, critical pedagogy, environmental education, and transformative learning. - Climate Change and Adaptation
Climate resilience, risk reduction, mitigation strategies, and adaptive governance. - Water and Sanitation
Sustainable water management, access to clean water, and sanitation infrastructure. - Agriculture and Food Systems
Agroecology, permaculture, food sovereignty, and sustainable agricultural innovation. - Biodiversity and Conservation
Preservation of species, habitat management, and indigenous knowledge in conservation. - Energy and Renewable Resources
Sustainable energy transitions, energy policy, and community-based energy initiatives. - Waste Management and Circular Economy
Zero-waste strategies, sustainable consumption, recycling, and eco-innovation. - Urban Sustainability and Smart Cities
Green infrastructure, sustainable transportation, inclusive urban planning. - Environmental Policy and Governance
Critical analysis of policy frameworks, institutional roles, and participatory governance. - Social Justice and Sustainability
Equity, gender, human rights, and indigenous perspectives in sustainability discourse. - Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience
Community-based disaster preparedness, recovery, and resilience planning. - Sustainable Tourism and Cultural Heritage
Ecotourism, cultural sustainability, and heritage-based community development. - Technology and Innovation for Sustainability
Digital tools, green technologies, and innovations that support sustainable futures. - Sustainable Business and Economics
Corporate responsibility, green finance, social enterprise, and ethical economics. - Critical Theory and Sustainability Studies
Interdisciplinary critiques of sustainability paradigms, exploring ethics, philosophy, and power dynamics in development.
