Energy & Environmental Science

Energy & Environmental Science (ENERG ENVIRON SCI) is a premier international journal published by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), dedicated to addressing the most critical challenges at the intersection of energy conversion, storage, and environmental sustainability. The journal’s scope encompasses a broad range of topics, including but not limited to photovoltaics, batteries and supercapacitors, fuel cells, hydrogen production and storage, photocatalysis, thermoelectric materials, and advanced carbon capture and utilization technologies. It also covers fundamental studies on energy efficiency, sustainable energy systems, and the environmental impacts of energy technologies. The journal primarily publishes high-impact original research articles, along with authoritative review articles, communications, and perspectives that offer critical insight into emerging trends. Its target audience comprises academic researchers, industry scientists, and policy makers working in materials science, chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, and environmental science. A notable feature of Energy & Environmental Science is its hybrid open access model, allowing authors to choose open access publication, while the RSC ensures that all content is accessible via institutional subscriptions. The journal maintains an exceptionally high standard, reflected in its 2026 Impact Factor of 30.500, placing it firmly within the top tier of journals in both the energy and environmental science categories. Its JCR Quartile ranking of Q1 underscores its dominant standing in the field, making it one of the most selective and influential venues for breakthrough research that drives the global transition to sustainable energy systems.