About the Journal

About the Journal

Focus and Scope

The SDGs Studies Review is an interdisciplinary scientific journal committed to publishing high-quality research that advances the understanding and implementation of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The journal aims to foster a multidimensional perspective on sustainability by exploring the practices, policies, and innovations required to achieve the SDGs. Special attention is given to studies that combine theoretical rigor with practical applicability, offering insights that can be adapted and applied across diverse institutional, regional, and societal contexts.

Scope

The journal welcomes original research articles, literature reviews, case studies, policy analyses, and short communications that contribute to scientific debate and practical progress on the SDGs. Submissions should provide robust theoretical, methodological, or empirical contributions addressing how the SDGs can be effectively integrated into policies, governance mechanisms, business strategies, technological solutions, and community practices.

Core Topics Include (but are not limited to):

  • Regional and Local Implementation of the SDGs

    • Case studies on local and regional policies and practices

    • Sustainable urban initiatives, territorial planning, and resource management

  • Integration of the SDGs in Higher Education

    • Academic curricula and pedagogical innovations in sustainability

    • University governance, sustainable campus practices, and educational partnerships

  • Technological Innovations and the SDGs

    • Emerging technologies for sustainability and resilience

    • Artificial intelligence, renewable energy, circular economy, and sustainable agriculture

  • Public Policies and Governance

    • Critical analysis of public policies advancing the SDGs

    • Multilevel governance, institutional resilience, and sustainable financing mechanisms

  • Private Sector and Multisector Partnerships

    • Corporate social responsibility, ESG strategies, and impact investments

    • Public–private and cross-sectoral collaborations for sustainable outcomes

  • Nature-Based Solutions

    • Ecosystem restoration, green infrastructure, and climate adaptation

    • Regenerative agriculture and biodiversity conservation

  • Impact of Global Crises on the SDGs

    • Institutional and community resilience under adverse conditions

    • Sustainable recovery strategies in the face of pandemics, conflicts, or systemic crises

  • Sustainable Financing

    • Innovative financial instruments for sustainable development

    • Green finance, blended finance, and resource mobilization for SDG projects

Target Audience

  • Academics and Researchers: Specialists in sustainable development, governance, law, environmental sciences, economics, technology, and related fields seeking to expand and share interdisciplinary knowledge on the SDGs.

  • Policymakers: Local, national, and regional decision-makers interested in evidence-based practices and institutional designs for advancing sustainable development.

  • Private Sector Professionals: Executives, managers, and organizations aiming to integrate sustainability into business models, ESG strategies, and partnerships aligned with the SDGs.

  • Students and Educators: Learners and educators engaged in higher education, capacity-building, and training programs focused on sustainability and innovation.

  • Civil Society and NGOs: Organizations, activists, and community leaders searching for empirical evidence, scalable practices, and governance tools to support SDG implementation.