Groundwater Sustainability: Innovations in Resource Management and Environmental Protection

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Dear Colleagues,

Groundwater is a vital resource for ecosystems, agriculture, and human consumption, yet its sustainable management and protection remain critical global challenges. Addressing environmental issues related to groundwater—such as over-extraction, contamination, seawater intrusion, and climate change impacts—requires innovative approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration. This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research and advancements in groundwater resources and environmental science.

We invite contributions that explore new technologies, methodologies, and strategies for groundwater resource management and environmental protection. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the occurrence characteristics and flow mechanisms of groundwater in different aquifer media, groundwater pollution mechanisms and source identification, advanced monitoring and remediation techniques, sustainable water resource optimization, the impact of climate change on groundwater systems, and the interaction between groundwater and surface water. We also welcome studies on the application of artificial intelligence technologies in groundwater research.

By bringing together diverse perspectives and innovative solutions, this topic seeks to advance our understanding of groundwater systems and contribute to their sustainable management. We look forward to your valuable submissions.

Prof. Dr. Jiannan Luo
Dr. Yu Wang
Dr. Yongkai An
Topic Editors

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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Environments environments	3.5	5.7	2014	22.8 Days	CHF 1800	Submit
Hydrology hydrology	3.1	4.9	2014	15.3 Days	CHF 1800	Submit
Sustainability sustainability	3.3	6.8	2009	19.7 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Water water	3.0	5.8	2009	17.5 Days	CHF 2600	Submit

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