Aims and Scope

IJSDP covers the subjects of environmental design and planning, environmental management, spatial planning, environmental planning, environmental management and sustainable development in an integrated way as well as in accordance with the principles of sustainability. The aim of this journal is to inform its readers about all aspects of environmental planning and management. The journal includes subjects ranging from social to technical environmental management issues, having always as an axis the concept of sustainable planning and development.

Papers on the following topics, in accordance with the aims and objectives of the journal, are welcome:

  • Sustainable development
  • Environmental legislation and policy
  • Ecosystems analysis and protection
  • Natural resources management
  • Coastal planning and policy
  • Waste management
  • Environmental infrastructure
  • Air, water and soil pollution
  • Remediation and recovery
  • Geo-informatics and the environment
  • Environmental impact assessment
  • Public safety and security
  • Environmental economics
  • Tourism and environment
  • Social issues
  • Rural planning
  • Urban planning
  • Urban and regional design
  • Planning in less-favoured areas
  • Regional economics
  • Utilities and networks
  • Energy resources
  • Education and health
  • Cultural heritage and architectural issues
  • Visual impact and noise pollution