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Dublin City University Business School, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
Dr. David McKevitt
Management & Marketing, University College Cork, T12 CY82 Cork, Ireland

Research on Public Procurement for Sustainability

Abstract submission deadline
31 January 2027
Manuscript submission deadline
31 March 2027
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Dear Colleagues,

This Topic seeks original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and case studies that address sustainable public procurement practices and policies. Public procurement, representing significant purchasing power globally, facilitates the achievement of sustainability goals across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Adopting sustainable procurement practices necessitates multi-disciplinary insights to critically assess and advance innovative approaches.

Contributions to this special edition may include, but are not limited to, the following topics:

  • Environmental Sustainability in Public Procurement;
  • Social Responsibility and Ethical Considerations in Public Purchasing;
  • Economic Efficiency and Sustainability through Public Procurement;
  • Policy Development and Implementation in Sustainable Procurement;
  • Procurement Strategies for Renewable Energy and Resource Efficiency;
  • Circular Economy and Lifecycle Assessment in Public Procurement;
  • Governance, Transparency, and Accountability in Procurement Processes;
  • Innovation and Technology Integration in Public Procurement;
  • Sustainable Supply Chain Management;
  • Measuring and Reporting Sustainability Outcomes in Public Procurement;
  • Capacity Building and Skill Development for Sustainable Procurement.

Submitted papers will undergo a rigorous peer-review process that aims to ensure the rapid and wide dissemination of research findings and practical implications for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike.

Prof. Dr. Paul Davis
Dr. David McKevitt
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • sustainable public procurement
  • environmental sustainability
  • social responsibility
  • economic efficiency
  • circular economy
  • lifecycle assessment
  • governance and accountability
  • innovation in procurement
  • supply chain sustainability
  • sustainability measurement and reporting

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Logistics
logistics
3.6 8.0 2017 19.6 Days CHF 1500 Submit
Sustainability
sustainability
3.3 7.7 2009 17.9 Days CHF 2400 Submit
World
world
1.9 - 2020 24.7 Days CHF 1200 Submit

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Trends in Consumer Purchase Intention for Carbon-Footprint-Labeled Products in Korea
by Eunah Hong and Young-Hwan Ahn
Sustainability 2026, 18(10), 4716; https://doi.org/10.3390/su18104716 (registering DOI) - 9 May 2026
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Climate change constitutes a significant environmental challenge, and carbon footprint labeling has emerged as a key policy instrument to promote low-carbon consumption. This study examines long-term trends in consumer purchase intention for carbon-footprint-labeled products in Korea, drawing on nationwide survey data collected over [...] Read more.
Climate change constitutes a significant environmental challenge, and carbon footprint labeling has emerged as a key policy instrument to promote low-carbon consumption. This study examines long-term trends in consumer purchase intention for carbon-footprint-labeled products in Korea, drawing on nationwide survey data collected over an 11-year period (2009–2019). The results demonstrate that environmental concern, perceived severity of climate change, understanding of the carbon footprint system, and exposure to low-carbon and green media are positively associated with purchase intention. Among these factors, perceived contribution to greenhouse gas reduction is identified as the most influential and consistent determinant over time. Importantly, the analysis focuses on purchase intention rather than actual purchasing behavior. Given the well-documented attitude–behavior gap in sustainable consumption, the findings should be interpreted as indicative of behavioral intention. By documenting long-term changes in consumer perceptions and intentions, this research provides insights into the impact of environmental information on consumer decision-making and offers policy recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of carbon labeling. Full article
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