Waste Management

WASTE MANAGEMENT (ISSN: 0956-053X), abbreviated as WASTE MANAGE, is a leading international journal dedicated to the science and technology of waste management and disposal. Published by Elsevier, the journal serves as a premier platform for the dissemination of high-quality research addressing all aspects of waste generation, collection, treatment, recycling, resource recovery, and final disposal. Its scope encompasses a broad range of topics, including municipal, industrial, hazardous, and biomedical waste streams, as well as innovative technologies for waste-to-energy, landfill engineering, biological treatment (such as composting and anaerobic digestion), and the environmental impacts of waste management practices. The journal publishes a variety of article types, with a strong emphasis on original research papers, comprehensive review articles, and case studies that provide significant insights into emerging challenges and solutions in the field. WASTE MANAGEMENT is a subscription-based journal, though authors may choose open access options. Its target audience includes academic researchers, environmental scientists, policy makers, waste management professionals, and engineers working in both public and private sectors. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 7.300, the journal is ranked in the prestigious JCR Q1 quartile, reflecting its exceptional influence, rigorous peer-review standards, and high citation impact. This standing firmly establishes WASTE MANAGEMENT as one of the most authoritative and widely respected journals in the environmental science and engineering disciplines, making it an essential resource for cutting-edge developments in sustainable waste management.