Science of the Total Environment

Science of the Total Environment (Sci Total Environ) is a leading international multidisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing knowledge on the environment and its interconnections with humanity. Published by Elsevier, the journal serves as a premier forum for original research on the atmosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, and the anthroposphere, with a particular emphasis on novel findings that address pressing global environmental challenges. The journal’s scope encompasses a broad range of topics, including environmental chemistry, ecotoxicology, pollution control, climate change impacts, ecosystem health, and sustainable resource management, with a strong focus on studies that integrate multiple environmental compartments or scales. It welcomes original research papers, comprehensive critical reviews, and short communications, as well as occasional special issues on emerging or cross-cutting themes. The target audience includes environmental scientists, ecologists, toxicologists, geochemists, policy makers, and professionals working in environmental management and public health. A notable feature of the journal is its hybrid open access model, allowing authors to choose between subscription-based publication or open access (Gold OA) to maximize the visibility and impact of their work. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 8.000, Science of the Total Environment is ranked in the Q1 quartile of the JCR, placing it among the top-tier journals in environmental sciences and related fields. Its consistently high citation metrics and rigorous peer-review process underscore its standing as a trusted and authoritative source for high-quality, interdisciplinary environmental research that directly informs scientific understanding and evidence-based decision-making.