Environ Sci-Atmos
Environmental Science-Atmospheres (Environ Sci-Atmos), published by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), is a peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to advancing fundamental and applied research on the chemistry and physics of Earth’s atmosphere. With an ISSN of 2634-3606 and a 2026 Impact Factor of 3.200, the journal occupies a solid position in the JCR Q3 quartile, reflecting its growing recognition within the environmental and atmospheric sciences community. The journal’s scope encompasses a broad range of topics, including atmospheric composition and reactivity, aerosol and cloud processes, air quality and human health impacts, emissions and deposition cycles, and the role of atmospheric chemistry in climate change. It particularly welcomes studies that integrate laboratory experiments, field observations, and modeling to address pressing environmental challenges. The journal publishes original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and communications, offering a venue for both established and emerging researchers to disseminate significant findings. As a fully open access publication, all articles are freely available immediately upon publication, ensuring wide dissemination and high visibility. Its target audience includes atmospheric chemists, environmental scientists, climatologists, public health researchers, and policymakers concerned with air quality and climate dynamics. While positioned in the third quartile, the journal’s affiliation with the prestigious RSC and its open access model make it an increasingly attractive option for authors seeking rapid, accessible publication in a specialized, interdisciplinary field.