Climate Change, Biodiversity and Sustainability
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainability, Biodiversity and Conservation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 513
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue “Climate Change, Biodiversity and Sustainability” focuses on exploring the dynamic interconnections between climate change, biodiversity and sustainable development practices. This Issue aims to provide a platform for interdisciplinary research that analyses interactions between climate change and biodiversity but also examines innovative strategies, tools, policies and frameworks to mitigate climate impacts while promoting environmental sustainability. The Issue also provides a platform for research that examines sustainable development beyond SDGs. It seeks to address critical challenges in defining, quantifying and operationalizing climate change and biodiversity interactions, and how such interactions support sustainable development, through socio-economic, scientific, and integrated approaches.
By inviting contributions from diverse disciplines, this Special Issue aspires to enrich the existing literature by highlighting practical applications, policy developments and technological innovations that advance global sustainability. The content will emphasize solutions for measuring and monitoring sustainability, as well as integrating sustainability principles into climate, biodiversity and resilience frameworks. Papers focusing on all types of ecosystems, rural environments, and urban and built-up environments are encouraged. This Special Issue will contribute significantly to the academic discourse on sustainability, offering valuable insights for researchers, policymakers and practitioners working to achieve a balance between environmental conservation, restoration and socio-economic progress.
Prof. Dr. Shuaib Lwasa
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- climate change
- environmental sustainability
- sustainable development
- climate resilience
- biodiversity, sustainability tools
- environmental policy
- integrated approaches
- socio-economic impacts
- sustainable practices
- climate adaptation strategies
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