Sustainable Finance Review is an academic, peer reviewed journal focusing on Sustainable Finance and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focusing on themes such as renewable energy financing, ESG, Fintech, decarbonization, carbon markets, public-private partnerships and sustainable finance policy.
Aims and scope
Aims and Scope

Sustainable Finance Review is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering actionable solutions at the intersection of finance, sustainability, and global development. The journal addresses pressing financial and sustainability challenges by providing a platform for rigorous research and informed discourse, contributing to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The journal invites high-quality theoretical, empirical, and policy-focused contributions across diverse themes of sustainable finance. Each theme is explicitly linked to relevant SDGs, emphasizing the journal’s commitment to global priorities.

Sustainable Financial Systems

Investigating innovative financial mechanisms, such as blended finance and impact investing, for bridging the SDG financing gap (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals; SDG 1: No Poverty).
Assessing the integration of nature-based solutions in financing frameworks to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem services (SDG 15: Life on Land).
Evaluating the impact of renewable energy financing on economic growth and decarbonization (SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy; SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth).
Exploring green, blue, and social bonds as tools to mobilize capital for sustainability projects (SDG 13: Climate Action; SDG 14: Life Below Water; SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities).
Corporate Sustainability and Governance

Examining the effectiveness of ESG disclosure standards, including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), in driving corporate accountability (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).
Investigating the role of executive compensation structures in promoting sustainability-linked performance (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
Analyzing the influence of shareholder activism and stakeholder engagement on corporate sustainability transitions (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities).
Assessing the impact of financed emissions on financial stability and corporate valuation (SDG 13: Climate Action).
Market Dynamics and Innovation

Analyzing the influence of ESG integration on asset pricing, portfolio performance, and market volatility (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth).
Examining how fintech innovations, including blockchain and digital platforms, enable transparency and traceability in sustainable finance (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
Exploring the interaction between carbon markets and global financial systems to address climate risks (SDG 13: Climate Action).
Evaluating the role of sustainable indices and benchmarks in guiding investment decisions toward sustainability goals (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals).
Policy, Regulation, and Impact

Investigating the role of global regulatory frameworks, such as the EU Taxonomy and green finance guidelines, in mainstreaming sustainable finance (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; SDG 13: Climate Action).
Examining public-private partnerships and multilateral development banks’ contributions to sustainable financing initiatives (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals).
Assessing the role of climate adaptation funds in enhancing resilience in developing and frontier economies (SDG 13: Climate Action; SDG 1: No Poverty).
Evaluating policy-driven financial instruments, such as subsidies for green technologies and carbon pricing mechanisms, in accelerating sustainability transitions (SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities).
Emerging Themes and Challenges

Exploring biodiversity finance and conservation economics, focusing on marine and terrestrial ecosystems (SDG 14: Life Below Water; SDG 15: Life on Land).
Examining sustainable water resource management and its implications for water security and finance (SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation).
Assessing the financial implications of just transitions for coal-dependent and carbon-intensive industries (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth; SDG 13: Climate Action).
Investigating the role of sustainable supply chain finance in supporting responsible production and consumption (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production).
Addressing the financial risks and opportunities posed by the transition to a circular economy (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
Methodological Diversity

The journal encourages diverse research methodologies, including quantitative modeling, experimental studies, and mixed-methods research. Policy commentaries, reviews, and practitioner insights that contribute to translating academic research into practice are particularly welcomed. The journal places a strong emphasis on highlighting innovative methodologies, emerging trends, and new technologies in sustainable finance. The published papers will focus on current, critical topics, keeping readers at the forefront of the field’s evolution. Academics, Investment Managers and Financial Analysts, Corporate Sustainability Officers, Bankers and Asset Managers, Consultants and Advisors, Risk Managers, Policy Makers and Regulators are welcome to submit.