Annual Review of Environment and Resources

The *Annual Review of Environment and Resources* (ANNU REV ENV RESOUR; ISSN 1543-5938) is a leading international journal published by Annual Reviews, dedicated to synthesizing and critically evaluating the most significant advances across the broad, interdisciplinary field of environmental science and resource management. Unlike journals that primarily publish original research, this title exclusively features authoritative, comprehensive review articles. These reviews are commissioned from leading scholars and cover a wide spectrum of topics, including global environmental change, ecosystem services, climate policy, energy systems, water resources, biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and the intersection of human societies with the natural environment. The journal’s rigorous, invitation-only review process ensures that each article provides a high-level synthesis of a complex topic, identifying key findings, debates, and future research directions. Its primary target audience includes academic researchers, policy analysts, graduate students, and professionals in environmental science, ecology, geography, economics, and public policy who require a reliable, time-saving overview of a rapidly expanding literature. The journal is subscription-based, with selected articles occasionally made open access, and is available in both print and online formats. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 16.300, it is positioned in the Q1 quartile of its category, reflecting its exceptional influence and prestige. This impact factor, consistently among the highest in environmental studies, underscores the journal’s role as an essential, trusted resource for anyone seeking a definitive, state-of-the-art understanding of the most pressing environmental and resource challenges facing the planet.