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International Journal of Environmental Impacts
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International Journal of Environmental Impacts (IJEI)
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ISSN (print): 2398-2640
ISSN (online): 2398-2659
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2025: Vol. 8
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The International Journal of Environmental Impacts (IJEI) is a leading peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to examining the complex interactions between human development and the natural environment. It distinguishes itself by integrating insights from environmental science, engineering, economics, and public policy to address the challenges of environmental change. The journal advances research on pollution control, waste management, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable resource governance, promoting evidence-based solutions that connect scientific innovation with policy implementation. IJEI is published bimonthly by Acadlore, releasing six issues per year in February, April, June, August, October, and December.

  • Professional Editorial Standards - Every submission undergoes a rigorous and well-structured peer-review and editorial process, ensuring integrity, fairness, and adherence to the highest publication standards.

  • Efficient Publication - Streamlined review, editing, and production workflows enable the timely publication of accepted articles while ensuring scientific quality and reliability.

  • Open Access - All articles are freely and immediately accessible worldwide, maximizing visibility, dissemination, and research impact.

Editor(s)-in-chief（1）
zhifang zhou
Business School, Central South University, China
zzf3721@csu.edu.cn | website
Research interests: Circular Economy and Resource Value Flow Analysis; Low Carbon Economy; Carbon Emission Trading and Carbon Accounting; Soil Heavy Metal Pollution Remediation and Soil Accounting; Water Resources Value Evaluation and Water Accounting; Ecological Value Assessment and Accounting; Green Financial Management and Carbon Finance

Aims & Scope

Aims

The International Journal of Environmental Impacts (IJEI) serves as a global platform for advancing knowledge on the interconnections between human activities, environmental degradation, and sustainable development. Its primary mission is to foster cross-disciplinary scholarship and dialogue that address how environmental impacts can be scientifically assessed, effectively managed, and mitigated to ensure long-term ecological and societal well-being.

IJEI is dedicated to integrating perspectives from the natural sciences, engineering, economics, and social sciences to confront the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The journal encourages studies that critically examine the balance between economic development and environmental protection, proposing evidence-based strategies to achieve sustainability amid rapid industrialization, urbanization, and climate change.

Through original research, policy analysis, and real-world case studies, IJEI promotes actionable knowledge that informs both scientific understanding and environmental governance. The journal prioritizes contributions that bridge theory and practice, highlighting technological, managerial, and policy innovations that reduce contamination, restore ecosystems, and protect public health.

Key features of IJEI include:

  • A strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research connecting science, technology, and policy;

  • A focus on global environmental challenges and their local implications;

  • Encouragement of research that translates scientific understanding into practical solutions for sustainability and resilience;

  • Promotion of innovations that advance environmental assessment, restoration, and circular economy practices;

  • A commitment to integrating academic insight with policy relevance and societal benefit.

Scope

The International Journal of Environmental Impacts (IJEI) encompasses a broad spectrum of research addressing the causes, assessment, management, and mitigation of environmental change. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that integrate natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, and policy studies to generate actionable insights into global environmental challenges. Areas of interest include but are not limited to:

  • Environmental Assessment and Policy Integration

    Research focusing on innovative methodologies for environmental impact assessment, strategic environmental planning, and the integration of environmental considerations into public and private decision-making. Topics include sustainability appraisal, policy design, legal frameworks, and governance models that enhance environmental resilience.

  • Pollution Control, Contamination, and Toxicity

    Studies examining the mechanisms, impacts, and mitigation of air, water, and soil pollution from industrial, agricultural, and urban sources. This area includes pollutant transport modeling, toxicity testing, risk assessment, and the development of advanced monitoring and abatement technologies.

  • Climate Change, Adaptation, and Resilience

    Comprehensive analyses of the physical, ecological, and socio-economic impacts of climate change, emphasizing adaptive strategies for communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems. Submissions may include climate modeling, carbon footprint evaluation, disaster preparedness, and low-carbon development pathways.

  • Waste Management and Circular Economy

    Explorations of waste generation, treatment, and valorization practices across industrial, agricultural, and municipal sectors. IJEI particularly welcomes studies on circular economy frameworks, life-cycle analysis, waste-to-energy technologies, and innovative resource recovery systems.

  • Water Resources and Marine Systems

    Advanced research on the sustainable use, conservation, and management of freshwater and marine environments. Topics include watershed management, groundwater contamination, desalination and reuse, marine pollution, and integrated coastal zone management.

  • Ecosystem Protection and Biodiversity Conservation

    Research addressing the preservation, restoration, and modeling of ecosystems under anthropogenic stress. This area includes biodiversity conservation, ecosystem service valuation, reforestation, soil conservation, and nature-based solutions to enhance ecological stability.

  • Energy, Industry, and Environmental Systems

    Studies examining the environmental implications of industrial activities and energy production. Areas of focus include renewable energy integration, cleaner production, energy efficiency improvement, and emission reduction technologies for sustainable industrial transitions.

  • Urbanization, Infrastructure, and Transportation Impacts

    Investigations into the environmental consequences of urban growth, infrastructure development, and transportation systems. Topics include sustainable mobility, urban air quality management, heat island mitigation, smart infrastructure, and green urban design.

  • Environmental Health, Safety, and Society

    Interdisciplinary studies linking environmental quality with public health, safety, and socio-economic development. Research includes exposure assessment, pollution-related diseases, sanitation systems, community resilience, and the social justice dimensions of environmental protection.

  • Remediation, Recovery, and Environmental Technologies

    Research on physical, chemical, and biological remediation techniques for contaminated environments. Topics cover soil and groundwater remediation, industrial waste detoxification, ecological restoration, and the use of advanced materials and nanotechnology in pollution control.

  • Sustainability Transitions and Environmental Governance

    Analyses of institutional, behavioral, and economic drivers of sustainability transitions. This area includes studies on environmental economics, corporate responsibility, sustainability reporting, and participatory governance frameworks for informed decision-making.

  • Case Studies and Regional Practices

    Empirical and applied studies documenting real-world experiences in managing environmental crises or implementing innovative solutions. IJEI values practical insights from local, regional, and international contexts that demonstrate transferable lessons and best practices in environmental management.

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Soil reinforcement techniques have become essential in geotechnical engineering to improve weak soils. This study deals with the use of waste vegetable plastic bags made of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) as reinforced materials for fine grained soils selected from Nizwa-Oman. Laboratory practical works were conducted to evaluate compaction and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) characteristics of soil reinforced with varying number of plastic mats. Namely, 1, 2, 3, and 4. The results indicated that reinforcing the weak soil with HDPE plastic bags significantly improved compressive strength with optimal performance observed at three reinforcement mats making four soil layers. The study not only provides an effective method for weak soil improvement but also contributes and offers an eco-friendly to sustainable waste management by repurposing non-biodegradable plastic waste. This work maps to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) due to its environmental, infrastructural, and waste management implications.

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Local wisdom-based ecopedagogy learning approach plays a strategic role in growing critical consciousness and environmental care behavior among students. This research aims to explore the effect of local wisdom-based ecopedagogy learning approach on students’ critical consciousness and environmental care behavior in the context of Sociology learning in Senior High School Sequential mixed method approach is used by collecting quantitative data through online questionnaire distributed to 644 students coming from many provinces in Indonesia and qualitative data through in-depth interview with Sociology teachers. The result of research shows a positive significant correlation between students’ critical consciousness and environmental care behavior (b = 0.869, p $<$ 0.05), where 61.3% of behavior variability is explained by the students’ critical consciousness level (R$^2$ = 0.613). Qualitative data supports the quantitative finding indicating that teachers applied some learning strategies: environmental project, case study, activity out of classroom, and interactive discussion to give meaningful experience encouraging the students to think critically and to take real action to care for the environmental problem. This research also identifies the challenges faced by teachers in the implementation of local wisdom-based ecopedagogy learning approach including limited module as learning reference, limited practical training for the teachers, and limited time because the curriculum is not flexible. This study contributes theoretically to expanding the literature about ecopedagogy and likewise offers practical recommendation to improve the facilitation of training for teachers and the development of local value-based teaching module for Sociology subject.

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Assessing High School Students' Conceptual Knowledge, Adaptation, and Mitigation of Climate Change in Aceh, Indonesia
muhammad okta ridha maulidian ,
sugeng utaya ,
didik taryana ,
syamsul bachri ,
rajendra p. shrestha ,
hifjir hifjir ,
cut vita rajiatul jummi
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The phenomenon of climate change has been observed in Aceh, Indonesia. However, no study has specifically examined high school students' conceptual knowledge, adaptation strategies, and mitigation measures related to climate change in the region. This study aims to assess students' conceptual knowledge, adaptation strategies, and mitigation efforts related to climate change in Aceh, while investigating how these factors are influenced by gender, grade level, geographical landscape, and implementation of green school programs (Adiwivata). A sample of 410 students was taken from a total population of 137,283. Data were collected using online questionnaires distributed by teachers and analyzed using descriptive statistics, PCA, and ANOVA. The results of the study show that students' knowledge, adaptation, and mitigation of climate change in Aceh are generally inadequate. This is because the current framework and implementation of climate change education have not effectively achieved the goals of increasing knowledge, adaptation, and mitigation of climate change at the secondary school level. Gender was found to affect Knowledge I, while grade level influenced Mitigation III. The geographic landscape impacts Mitigation I and II. Green school programs have been shown to have a positive effect on Knowledge I, Adaptation I, and all components of climate change mitigation. These results show the need for expanded efforts to improve climate change knowledge, adaptation, and mitigation among high school students in Aceh, through education policies that encourage teachers to implement learning about climate change in a continuous, detailed, and innovative manner.

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Local Management for Conserving the Sustainability of Natural Resources: A Case Study of Thab Lan National Park, Thailand
oam to-aj ,
sornpravate krajangkantamatr ,
navaporn chanbanchong ,
suthasinee susiva ,
weerasak putthasri
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Available online: 10-30-2025

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National parks are designated natural areas set aside for the preservation of their resources. However, they suffer from several environmental problems resulting from human actions, exacerbated by a lack of effective management planning, including unsustainable biodiversity loss, deforestation, and wildfires. This qualitative research proposes practical sustainability conservation management based on the experience of Thab Lan National Park in Thailand, utilizing Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets. Through in-depth interviews, data were collected from three residents and two operations-level staff members of the Thab Lan National Park. The findings highlighted local resource protection, park residency legality, and agricultural expertise as supportive factors. In contrast, ecosystem protection from slosh equity enabled them, which was detrimental due to the skewed distribution of benefits. Furthermore, the management level was found to have an impact on the long-term ecological benefits. Most importantly, unequal resource allocation has hampered conservation efforts, highlighting the need for community participation in sustainable resource management. This management strategy is a working approach that local authorities and regional policymakers can adopt as guidelines for the sustainable conservation of natural resources in the Thab Lan National Park and other similar settings.
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Geospatial Inventory of Springs and Agroecological Zoning in a Semi-Arid Rural Community: A Case Study of Puñun, Peru
beatriz gina herencia félix ,
carlos francisco cabrera carranza ,
verónica dayana espinel pino ,
walter javier diaz cartagena ,
cesar eduardo carrera saavedra
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The study carried out in the Puñun Peasant Community had as its main objective the inventory of springs and the planning of agroecological zones, assessing water availability in a semi-arid environment. The methodology included the georeferencing of 139 springs and flow measurement using the volumetric method in Sector II. Measurements were taken quarterly on three key dates during the 2024 dry season: April, June, and December. Agroecological zones were delimited considering soil and climate factors and morphological factors, using Arc GIS 10.8 GIS software. A mixed approach was also applied to collect quantitative and qualitative data, including interviews with experts. The results showed that springs contribute significantly to the available flow in the agroecological zones, with a total water volume of 631.56 m³ in Sector II, distributed among four identified zones. According to experts, the spring inventory had a strong influence on agroecological planning, reaching an index of 0.89. Likewise, the Pearson correlation test between the area of the agroecological zones and the volume of water available in the springs showed a nearly perfect positive relationship (r = 0.99). The conclusions highlighted the importance of springs for agricultural sustainability and the urgent need to implement efficient water management strategies, promoting responsible water use and environmental conservation. It is estimated that the total available volume can support agricultural irrigation of approximately 29.19 hectares.
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Empowerment of Social Forestry Business Groups Based on Local Wisdom in Indonesia
fitri eriyanti ,
jesica anggia fahrezy ,
rahmadani yusran ,
zikri alhadi
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Available online: 10-30-2025

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This study aims to describe the empowerment of Social Forestry Business Groups for sustainable environmental development in Salibutan Village, Lubuk Alung District, Padang Pariaman Regency. This study was motivated by the suboptimal role of stakeholders related to empowerment. This is due to budget limitations and a shortage of human resources, specifically extension workers and assistants for social forestry business groups, as well as the marketing of forest products managed by the community. The research gap in this study is that few similar studies have analyzed community empowerment within the unique concept of social forestry in a local framework, especially in Indonesia. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, utilizing interviews, observations, and documentation to collect data. Source triangulation techniques were used to ensure the validity of the data. The study results indicate that the parties involved in empowering Social Forestry Business Groups in Salibutan Village have not fulfilled their duties and responsibilities according to their respective roles. This is because each stakeholder still faces obstacles in empowering the Social Forestry Business Group, namely limited budget funds from the Forestry Service, Village Head, and Tourism, Youth and Sports Service to implement the empowerment program, minimal human resources, limited extension workers and assistance from the Service and the dependence of the Social Forestry Business Group on the World Resources Institute (WRI) as one of the stakeholders. The contribution of this study is to provide an overview of the problems and governance of community empowerment, serving as the basis for compiling recommendations to enhance the program's effectiveness in the future.
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Sustainable Agriculture: The Role of Soil Physics and Irrigation Technology in Water Conservation
salih m. salih ,
harith sadaa madhan al-fahdawy ,
khdyar yaes khdyer al-kubissi ,
ahmed ashour enad ,
mohammed ismail khalaf al-fahdawy
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This research explores the important role of soil physics and irrigation technology in water conservation in sustainable agriculture. With increasing global water shortage and wasteful irrigation practices posing a threat to agricultural productivity, water use optimization is critical. The study seeks to evaluate soil physical properties influencing irrigation efficiency, contrast various irrigation techniques, examine the effect of fertilization on water quality, and categorize farms according to irrigation performance. Mixed methods utilize statistical modeling, exploratory data analysis (EDA), and K-means clustering to assess soil properties, irrigation efficiency, and water-saving methods. The research identifies that precision irrigation methods like subsurface and drip irrigation substantially increase water-use efficiency through reduced evaporation and runoff. Organic matter and soil texture are important in retaining moisture, affecting irrigation requirements. Overfertilization is associated with nitrogen runoff, highlighting the significance of the regulated application of nutrients to avoid groundwater pollution. Another unique contribution of the research is using clustering methods to categorize farms according to their irrigation efficiency and providing specific suggestions for improving water use. The study offers actionable recommendations for farmers, policymakers, and environmental agencies to promote precision irrigation, sustainable soil management, and data-driven decision-making to maximize agricultural water conservation. Such findings add value to global efforts towards sustainable food security and environmental conservation.
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The Local Wisdom of Tuk Serco in Protecting Water Sources to Mitigate the Impacts of Climate Change in Kendal Regency
endah septiani ,
dewi liesnoor setyowati ,
juhadi juhadi ,
fadly husain ,
apik budi santoso
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The community of Ngijo Hamlet, Purwogondo Village, Boja District, Kendal Regency, possesses the local wisdom of Tuk Serco to clean water channels and sustain springs. This study aims to (1) describe the local wisdom of Tuk Serco in maintaining springs, (2) identify community behaviours associated with Tuk Serco’s local wisdom in addressing climate change impacts, and (3) analyse the role of Tuk Serco’s local wisdom in mitigating climate change effects. A qualitative method was employed, utilizing in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation. Data were analysed using NVIVO 12 Plus software. The findings indicate that the Tuk Serco spring is a vital resource for the community. Rituals and norms, including prohibitions and recommendations, are strictly followed to ensure the sustainability of the spring. The most prevalent community behaviour related to Tuk Serco's local wisdom is adherence to norms, particularly the Nyadran Serco tradition. Elements of local wisdom (knowledge, values, ethics, morals, and norms) play a significant role in climate change mitigation, with norms having the greatest impact. The local wisdom of Ngijo Hamlet serves as a concrete example of how traditional values can synergize with modern conservation efforts to mitigate climate change effects.

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The rapid population growth of close to 1 million people generates more than 600 tons of waste per day and will increase in 2020-2022. This has an impact on the environment and public health of Padang City so that waste management must be a priority agenda for the government. In overcoming the waste problem in Padang City, Padang City Regional Regulation No. 21/2012 on waste management has been issued, but the waste problem still exists. Government political collaboration is the key, in line with the principles of Pancasila politics that incorporate national values in sustainable governance practices. The research used a qualitative approach with a phenomenological research type and was descriptive in nature. Secondary data involved policy analysis and related literature. This research uses the theory of the stages of Collaborative Governance which consists of four stages, namely: assessment, initiation, deliberation, and implementation. Results showed the collaboration program between government, community, and private sector to overcoming waste problems has been implemented, but the implementation has not been optimal. The initiation and deliberation stages between the community and the government are not implemented, so the collaboration process between the two stakeholders is not optimal.
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Policy Analysis to Support the Implementation of Fiscal Incentives Based on Environmental Conservation in West Nusa Tenggara Province
andi chairil ichsan ,
markum ,
irwan mahakam lesmono aji ,
kornelia webliana ,
lale dini aridantari ,
lutfia azizah ,
hayatus sa’adiah
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Available online: 10-30-2025

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West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province possesses considerable natural resource potential, exhibiting a wide array of distinctive ecosystems. However, the province is confronted with environmental challenges arising from escalating economic activities and population growth, including deforestation, land degradation, water pollution, and marine ecosystem degradation. In an effort to address this issue, the NTB Provincial Government has implemented a series of priority policies, one of which is Governor Regulation Number 60 of 2022 concerning Monitoring and Evaluation of Financial Assistance Expenditure. This regulation serves as a mechanism for providing fiscal incentives based on ecological performance to district, city, and village governments. The objective of this study is to evaluate the implementation of the policy by employing a retrospective policy valuation approach. The data will be collected through observation, interviews, literature reviews, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). The data will then be analyzed using a Likert scale on five main criteria: effectiveness, efficiency, responsiveness, adequacy, and determination. The findings of the study indicate that the implementation of Governor Regulation 60 of 2022 is classified as high, with an average value of 2.56, particularly in terms of effectiveness, as evidenced by the allocation of awards and specialized financial assistance to villages and regencies/cities in environmental management. Nevertheless, the monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of financial assistance must be improved to ensure transparency, accountability, and program continuity. This finding underscores the necessity of calibrating ecological indicators within the fiscal transfer scheme in accordance with the local characteristics of NTB, as well as the imperative for cross-government collaboration to promote sustainable development. The implementation of this policy can serve as a model for other regions seeking to enhance fiscal incentives for environmental conservation in an effective and equitable manner.
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