About the Journal
Scope of Coverage
The Sustainable Materials and Circular Economy journal covers interdisciplinary research at the nexus of materials science, environmental engineering, and sustainable systems. Key areas include:
- Circular economy principles in materials science and industrial ecosystems.
- Sustainable construction materials and eco-efficient building technologies.
- Life-cycle assessment, carbon footprint, and environmental impact studies.
- Sustainable packaging and renewable polymers.
- Bio-based composites, biodegradable plastics, and green chemistry approaches.
- Recycling and valorisation of industrial, agricultural, and electronic waste.
- Materials for renewable energy systems, batteries, and energy storage.
- Smart and multifunctional sustainable materials for infrastructure and industry.
- Eco-design, resource efficiency, and closed-loop manufacturing.
- Energy-efficient processing and low-carbon material production.
- Policy, economics, and social drivers of sustainable materials adoption.
- Case studies of circular economy practices across sectors.
Area of Specialty
The journal unites materials science, environmental engineering, industrial ecology, and policy studies, offering a holistic approach to sustainability challenges. It highlights not only material innovation but also practical applications, scalability, and industrial adoption, supported by case studies and lifecycle analyses. Covering the entire value chain, from material design, processing, and usage to recycling, waste valorisation, and policy frameworks. The journal serves both academic and industrial audiences. It addresses pressing global issues such as decarbonization, plastic pollution, and resource scarcity, aligning with international sustainability goals (e.g., UN SDGs).
Aims and Core Advantages
Sustainable Materials and Circular Economy aims to be a leading platform for advancing knowledge and innovation in sustainable materials and circular systems. The journal bridges fundamental research, applied engineering, and real-world implementation to accelerate the global transition toward resource-efficient, low-carbon, and environmentally responsible societies.
- Interdisciplinary Integration:
Unites materials science, environmental engineering, industrial ecology, and policy studies, offering a holistic approach to sustainability challenges.
- Science-to-Solutions Focus:
Highlights not only material innovation but also practical applications, scalability, and industrial adoption, supported by case studies and lifecycle analyses.
- Comprehensive Scope:
Covers the entire value chain—from material design, processing, and usage to recycling, waste valorisation, and policy frameworks.
- Global Relevance:
Addresses pressing global issues such as decarbonization, plastic pollution, and resource scarcity, aligning with international sustainability goals (e.g., UN SDGs).
- Rigorous and Applicable Research:
Encourages high-impact contributions combining scientific rigor with practical relevance, catering to both academic and industrial audiences.
