Aims & Scope
Aims:
Ecological Economics and Management (EEM) is a gold open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of ecological sustainability, economic systems, and management practices. By adopting a gold open-access model, EEM ensures that research reaches global stakeholders without barriers, facilitating equitable knowledge sharing and immediate societal impact. The journal emphasizes innovative approaches that contribute to sustainable solutions for global ecological and economic challenges. EEM ensures rapid dissemination of cutting-edge research to a broad audience. It is published quarterly online by Scilight Press.
Scope
EEM invites submissions of original, high-quality research that advances the understanding and practice of integrating ecological sustainability with economic systems and management strategies. The journal is particularly interested in work that addresses pressing environmental challenges through an interdisciplinary lens, offering insights for policymakers, managers, and researchers alike.
EEM covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Sustainable Development
- Environmental Policy and Governance
- Resource Management
- Green Business and Corporate Sustainability
- Circular Economy
- Ecological Economics Models and Frameworks
- Environmental Finance and Economics
- Climate Change and Adaptation
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
- Social Dimensions of Sustainability
While the journal prioritizes global relevance, it also encourages studies focusing on local or regional contexts that provide transferable lessons for broader sustainability challenges.
EEM also welcomes research on emerging topics such as digital sustainability (e.g., AI for environmental management), blue economy, and just transition strategies, reflecting the evolving challenges in ecological economics and management. The journal encourages interdisciplinary approaches that integrate ecological, economic, and management theories and methods. The journal prioritizes research that offers novel insights into sustainable practices and policy frameworks.