Urban Environment and Sustainability
A section of Urban Science (ISSN 2413-8851).
Section Information
Urban Environment and Sustainability is a critical field that focuses on the complex relationship between urban development and the natural environment. It is dedicated to exploring how cities can grow and thrive while minimizing their ecological footprint and ensuring the well-being of current and future generations.
In the current era, with the acceleration of urbanization, cities are facing a series of environmental challenges, such as air and water pollution, waste management issues, and the loss of green spaces. The key research emphasis now lies in finding ways to balance economic development with environmental protection, and promoting the efficient use of resources.
This section of the journal mainly focuses on topics including urban ecosystem research, urban pollution prevention and control, green building design, and sustainable resource management. We welcome submissions from various related fields, such as environmental science, urban ecology, and sustainable architecture.
This section encourages submissions related to:
- Urban metabolism and circular economy;
- Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) and green infrastructure;
- Urban air, water, and soil quality management;
- Climate change adaptation and mitigation in cities;
- Urban biodiversity and ecosystem services;
- Environmental justice and equity;
- Sustainable waste management and resource recovery.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Urban Building Energy Analysis (Deadline: 14 November 2025)
- Improving the Urban Resilience of Built Assets Through Industrialized Construction Systems (Deadline: 1 December 2025)
- Water Resources Planning and Management in Cities (2nd Edition) (Deadline: 4 December 2025)
- Integrating Ecosystem Services into Urban Planning: A Novel Approach for Natural Resources Management in Metropolitan Areas (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Sustainable Energy Management and Planning in Urban Areas (Deadline: 31 January 2026)
- Sustainable Groundwater Management in Urban Areas (Deadline: 24 February 2026)
- Towards Sustainable Urban Living: Innovations in Sustainable Buildings and Urban Spaces (Deadline: 26 February 2026)
- Circular Economy Strategies for Sustainable Urban Development: Innovations in Waste Management and Building Materials (Deadline: 28 February 2026)
- Urban Water Resources Assessment and Environmental Governance (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Sustainable Solutions for Urban Wastewater Management and Resource Utilization (Deadline: 30 April 2026)
- Strengthening Power Systems in Urban Environments: Challenges and Solutions (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Exploring New Approaches in the Study of Environmental Noise in Urban Areas (Deadline: 30 June 2026)
- Low-Carbon Buildings and Sustainable Cities (Deadline: 1 July 2026)
- Human, Technologies, and Environment in Sustainable Cities (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Advanced Monitoring, Modelling, and Intelligent Systems for Urban Air Pollution and Environmental Management (Deadline: 22 September 2026)
- Biodiversity in Urban Landscapes (Deadline: 22 September 2026)
- Advances in Urban Mobility Analysis, Air Quality Modelling and Spatiotemporal Data Science for Urban Pollution, Health and Social Disparities (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Mitigating Flood Impact in Urbanized Spaces Through Sustainable Strategies (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Waste Management Practices and Renewable Energy Pathways for Sustainable Urban Systems (Deadline: 30 January 2027)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
