Sustainable Cities and Society

Sustainable Cities and Society (SUSTAIN CITIES SOC, ISSN 2210-6707) is a leading international, peer-reviewed journal published by Elsevier that serves as a critical platform for the dissemination of high-impact research on the intersection of urban development and environmental sustainability. The journal’s scope encompasses the full spectrum of challenges and innovations related to making cities more livable, resilient, and resource-efficient, with a strong emphasis on the integration of smart technologies, energy systems, and social equity. Core topics include smart city infrastructure, urban energy management, green building design, sustainable transportation, water and waste management, climate change adaptation, and the use of data analytics and IoT for urban governance. The journal primarily publishes original research articles, comprehensive review papers, and case studies that offer significant theoretical or practical contributions. Its target audience is broad, including academic researchers, urban planners, policy makers, architects, civil and environmental engineers, and professionals in the energy and technology sectors. A notable feature of the journal is its commitment to interdisciplinary work that bridges technical solutions with socio-economic and policy considerations. As of 2026, Sustainable Cities and Society boasts an impressive Impact Factor of 13.300, placing it firmly in the Q1 quartile of its category. This exceptional metric underscores its status as a top-tier venue for cutting-edge urban sustainability research, making it an essential resource for anyone seeking to advance the science and practice of sustainable urbanization.