Journals in Economic geology

International Journal of Coal Geology

ISSN: 0166-5162
5 Year impact factor: 6
Impact factor: 5.6

The International Journal of Coal Geology deals with fundamental and applied aspects of the geology, petrology, geochemistry and mineralogy of coal, oil/gas source rocks, and organic matter-rich shales. The journal aims to advance the environmentally sustainable exploration and utilization of these resources, as well as advancement of geologically-related engineering and technology for effective resource management towards net-zero carbon goals.The scope of the journal encompasses basic research, computational and laboratory studies, technology development, and field studies in:Geology, geochemistry, mineralogy, and petrology formation of coal and coal seams, including studies of coal-forming processes and environmentsmetamorphosis of coal and dispersed organic matter in source rocksgeologic aspects of coal measures, oil- and gas-source rockspetrology, mineralogy, geochemistry, and petrophysics of coal, coal seams, and organic matter-rich shales.Exploration and development of coal and unconventional resourcesformation, transport and storage of carbon related to coal geology; energy gases in coals and shales including coal bed methane, coal mine methane, abandoned mine methaneunconventional petroleum systems mainly focusing on studies of shale gas and oil shalesGeology, exploration, and resource identification of critical minerals and critical materials in coal, coal-bearing sequences, acid-mine drainage, and other fossil fuel materials; modes of occurrence and recovery of critical minerals and critical materials from coal-based resources.Environmental aspects of coal and unconventional resourcesgeologically-related impacts of coal mining, acid-mine drainage, and exploitation of unconventional resourcescoal utilization related to geology and constituents of coalengineering and technology for carbon emission reduction, capture, storage, and utilizationgeological and environmental aspects of coal fires and underground coal gasification.Application of computational methods for geology and engineering of coal and unconventional resource managementApplication of big data and artificial intelligence (AI) including, but not limited to, machine learning, automated reasoning and inference, case-based reasoning, computer vision, knowledge representation, remote sensing, spatial statistics and uncertainty evaluation for the topics covered within the scope of the journalDevelopment and application of analytical methods for geochemistry, mineralogy, petrology and pore space of coal and unconventional energy systemsApplication of numerical modeling methods, preferably validated by experimental or field data, in support of technology development and environmental management of resources covered by the journal.Types of contributions published are: research papers describing original theoretical (with potential for application) and applied research, proceedings of symposia, review papers in a particular topic, short contributions, surveys, book reviews, and letters to the editor. Research papers that combine theory and experiments and/or field studies are especially welcome. Review papers are only an invitation basis; if the authors are not invited but would like to contribute a review paper, please write to the editors first for advice. Note that topics including coal mining technology and engineering, mining safety, rock mechanics, and chemical engineering are not within the journal scope unless they are closely related to coal geology. This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy)

Subscriptions

Journal of African Earth Sciences

ISSN: 1464-343X
5 Year impact factor: 2.3
Impact factor: 2.2

The Journal of African Earth Sciences sees itself as the prime international interdisciplinary geological journal for all aspects of the Earth Sciences about the African plate. Papers dealing with peripheral areas are welcome if they demonstrate a tight link with Africa.The Journal publishes high quality, peer-reviewed scientific papers. It is devoted primarily to research papers but short communications relating to new developments of broad interest, reviews and book reviews will also be considered. Papers must have international appeal and should present work of more regional than local significance and dealing with well identified and justified scientific questions. Specialised technical papers, analytical or exploration reports must be avoided. Papers on applied geology should preferably be linked to such core disciplines and must be addressed to a more general geoscientific audience.The journal is closely affiliated with the Geological Society of AfricaThis journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 13 (Climate Action)

Subscriptions

Journal of Asian Earth Sciences

ISSN: 1367-9120
5 Year impact factor: 3
Impact factor: 2.7

Journal of Asian Earth Sciences has an Gold Open Access journal Journal of Asian Earth Sciences: X. To submit to Journal of Asian Earth Sciences: X, please visit https://www.editorialmanager.com/JAESX/default.aspx.The Journal of Asian Earth Sciences is an international interdisciplinary journal devoted to all aspects of research related to the solid Earth Sciences of Asia. The Journal publishes high quality, peer-reviewed scientific papers on the regional geology, tectonics, geochemistry and geophysics of Asia. It will be devoted primarily to research papers but short communications relating to new developments of broad interest, reviews and book reviews will also be included. Papers must have international appeal and should present work of more than local significance.The scope includes deep processes of the Asian continent and its adjacent oceans; seismology and earthquakes; orogeny, magmatism, metamorphism and volcanism; growth, deformation and destruction of the Asian crust; crust-mantle interaction; evolution of life (early life, biostratigraphy, biogeography and mass-extinction); fluids, fluxes and reservoirs of mineral and energy resources; surface processes (weathering, erosion, transport and deposition of sediments) and resulting geomorphology; and the response of the Earth to global climate change as viewed within the Asian continent and surrounding oceans.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support CenterThis journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 13 (Climate Action)

Subscriptions

Marine and Petroleum Geology

ISSN: 0264-8172
5 Year impact factor: 4.3
Impact factor: 3.7

Marine and Petroleum Geology is the international forum for all areas covering marine and petroleum geology. The journal aims to advance the environmentally sustainable exploration and utilization of natural resources of petroleum and gas hydrate. Science and engineering advancement in the form of using geological formations for safe storage of various gases to help achieve net-zero carbon goals is particularly welcomed. Rapid bimonthly publication allows early communication of papers or short communication to the geoscience community.Marine and Petroleum Geology is essential reading for geologists, geophysicists and explorationists in academia, government, and industry working in the following areas: marine geology; basin analysis and evaluation; organic geochemistry; reserve/resource estimation; seismic stratigraphy; thermal models of basic evolution; sedimentary geology; continental margins; geophysical interpretation; structural geology/tectonics; formation evaluation techniques; well logging.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. NB, for journal-specific requirements please consult the Policies and Guidelines section of the journal website https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/marine-and-petroleum-geology/about/policies. This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy)

Subscriptions

Ore Geology Reviews

ISSN: 0169-1368
5 Year impact factor: 3.6
Impact factor: 3.2

Journal for Comprehensive Studies of Ore Genesis and Ore Exploration Affiliated with the International Association on the Genesis of Ore Deposits (IAGOD).Ore Geology Reviews is a fully Open Access journal which aims to familiarize all earth scientists with recent advances in a number of interconnected disciplines related to the study of, and search for, ore deposits. The reviews range from brief to longer contributions, but the journal preferentially publishes manuscripts that fill the niche between the commonly shorter journal articles and the comprehensive book coverages, and thus has a special appeal to many authors and readers.Ore Geology Reviews covers topics related to ore geology in its broadest sense. The following exemplifies the range of subject matter that can be described and discussed in the journal:Metalliferous and non-metalliferous (industrial mineral) ore geology of all types land-based and oceanic studies; economic geology per se; mineral economics; pollution studies related to exploration and mining; ore and gangue mineralogy, petrography, petrology, petrogenesis; host-rock studies; metallogeny and minerogenesis (e.g. metallotectonics); specific deposits, districts, and belts; local to regional, detailed to general or reconnaissance studies, on any scale; pure and applied studies, i.e. theoretical and practical data; methodology of any kind: laboratory-based and field-oriented; geological (including stratigraphic, structural, remote-sensing); mathematical (e.g. computer geology); geochemical, geophysical and philosophical; research and exploration techniques.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our Support Center

Subscriptions

Ore and Energy Resource Geology

ISSN: 2666-2612

Affiliated with Chengdu University of TechnologyThe Official Journal of the Chengdu University of Technology.Ore & Energy Resource Geology publishes in English high quality original research articles, timely reviews and case-studies. Ore & Energy Resource Geology covers topics related to ore and energy resource geology in its broadest sense. Energy resource specifics such as the following: Marine geology; basin analysis and evaluation; reserve/resource estimation; seismic stratigraphy; thermal models of basin evolution; sedimentary geology; continental margins; geophysical interpretation; structural geology/tectonics land-based and oceanic and pollution studies related to exploration and mining. The following exemplifies the range of subject matter that can be described and discussed in the journal:Metalliferous and non-metalliferous (industrial mineral) ore geology of all typesEnergy resource deposits, including oil/petroleum, natural gas, coal, uraniumLand-based and oceanic studiesEconomic geologyMineral economicsPollution studies related to exploration and miningOre and gangue mineralogyPetrography, petrology, petrogenesisHost-rock studiesMetallogeny and minerogenesis (e.g. metallotectonics)Specific deposits, districts, and beltsLocal to regional, detailed to general or reconnaissance studies, on any scalePure and applied studies, i.e. theoretical and practical dataMethodology of any kindLaboratory-based and field-orientedGeological (including stratigraphic, structural, remote-sensing)Mathematical (e.g. computer geology)Geochemical, geophysical and philosophicalResearch and exploration techniques

Subscriptions

Organic Geochemistry

ISSN: 0146-6380
5 Year impact factor: 3.2
Impact factor: 2.6

The International Journal for the Rapid Publication of Current Research in Organic Geochemistry and Biogeochemistry and The Official Journal of the European Association of Organic GeochemistsOrganic Geochemistry serves as the only dedicated medium for the publication of peer-reviewed research on all phases of geochemistry in which organic compounds play a major role. The Editors welcome contributions covering a wide spectrum of subjects in the geosciences broadly based on organic chemistry (including molecular and isotopic geochemistry), and involving geology, biogeochemistry, environmental geochemistry, chemical oceanography and hydrology.The scope of the journal includes research involving organic matter in ancient strata (including source rocks, petroleum, natural gas and coal), recent sediments, the aqueous environment, and soils and the role of organics in the geochemical cycling of the elements.Sedimentological, paleontological and organic petrographic studies will also be considered for publication, if they are geochemically oriented. Papers cover the full range of research activities in organic geochemistry, and include comprehensive review articles, technical communications, discussion/reply correspondence and short technical notes. Peer-reviews organised through three Chief Editors and a staff of Associate Editors, are conducted by well known, respected members of the scientific community. The journal also publishes reviews of books, announcements of important conferences and meetings and other matters of direct interest to the organic geochemical community.This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals.

Subscriptions

Polar Science

ISSN: 1873-9652
5 Year impact factor: 2
Impact factor: 1.5

Published on behalf of the National Institute of Polar ResearchPolar Science is an international, peer-reviewed quarterly journal. It is dedicated to publishing original research articles for sciences relating to the polar regions of the Earth and other planets. Polar Science aims to cover 15 disciplines which are listed below; they cover most aspects of physical sciences, geosciences and life sciences, together with engineering and social sciences. Articles should attract the interest of broad polar science communities, and not be limited to the interests of those who work under specific research subjects. Polar Science also has an Open Archive whereby published articles are made freely available from ScienceDirect after an embargo period of 24 months from the date of publication.- Space and upper atmosphere physics - Atmospheric science/climatology - Glaciology - Oceanography/sea ice studies - Geology/petrology - Solid earth geophysics/seismology - Marine Earth science - Geomorphology/Cenozoic-Quaternary geology - Meteoritics - Terrestrial biology - Marine biology - Animal ecology - Environment - Polar Engineering - Humanities and social sciencesBenefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: https://service.elsevier.comEditor-in-Chief: Hiroyuki EnomotoThis journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 13, (Climate Action) SDG 14 (Life below water) and SDG 15 (Life on land)

Subscriptions

Related subjects

Coal geology

Ore geology

Petroleum geology and engineering

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences & Engineering

Social Sciences & Humanities

Health

Journals in Economic geology

International Journal of Coal Geology

Journal of African Earth Sciences

Journal of Asian Earth Sciences

Marine and Petroleum Geology

Ore Geology Reviews

Ore and Energy Resource Geology

Organic Geochemistry

Polar Science

Related subjects