About the Journal

Last Updated: 07/09/2025

Journal of Sustainable Innovation and Impact (JSII) is the flagship peer-reviewed, open access journal of TheSustainImpact (Portugal). JSII provides an international platform for publishing high-quality, original research at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and societal impact. Building on the success of TheSustainImpact Conference Proceedings Series (ISSN 3051-7362), the journal positions itself as a premium outlet delivering rigorous scholarship with global reach, strong visibility, and long-term credibility.

1. Mission and Vision

Our mission is to be a leading voice in sustainability publishing by bridging academia, industry, policy, and civil society. JSII publishes research that shapes debates, informs decisions, and inspires action to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through a rigorous double-blind peer review process and adherence to COPE guidelines, JSII ensures integrity, inclusiveness, and lasting real-world impact.

2. Aims and Scope

JSII welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that advance sustainability knowledge and practice from forward-looking perspectives. Areas of focus include:

  • Women in sustainability and leadership

  • Sustainable innovation and policy

  • Digital transformation for sustainability

  • Climate change, energy, and circular economy transitions

  • Sustainable business and management practices

  • Sustainability in health systems and wellbeing innovation

  • Society 5.0, Education 5.0, and capacity building

  • Hospitality, tourism, and sustainable lifestyles

Submissions should demonstrate originality, applied relevance, and potential for measurable societal impact. Contributions that combine academic rigor with clear pathways to influence practice, governance, and investment are particularly valued.

3. Audience and Community

JSII serves a global community of scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and innovators. By publishing with JSII, authors gain visibility across academic, industry, and policy networks, joining a journal committed to positioning sustainability research where it matters most — in decisions that shape the future.

4. Open Access Commitment

All articles are published open access under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. Authors retain copyright while benefiting from global accessibility and increased readership.

5. Archiving and Preservation

JSII guarantees long-term accessibility of its content through the PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN) and LOCKSS. Each article receives a DOI via Crossref, ensuring permanent discoverability and citation tracking worldwide.

6. Indexing and Recognition

JSII publishes biannually (June and December) and follows international best practices for transparency, ethics, and archiving. The journal is actively building its profile for inclusion in indexing and abstracting services such as DOAJ, ERIH PLUS, and Scopus. These efforts reinforce JSII’s commitment to enhancing author visibility, global readership, and academic recognition.

7. Future Development

Planned developments include thematic special issues, international editorial collaborations, and partnerships with universities and research centers. These initiatives will strengthen JSII’s brand as a high-quality platform and expand opportunities for authors to showcase their work to influential global audiences.

8. Contact

For editorial inquiries, please contact the Editorial Office:
editorial@thesustainimpact.com