Evaluating farmers’ strategies and socioeconomic drivers for adaptation to climate uncertainty: A case study in the Himalayan region of West Bengal, India
Available online 11 March 2026
Climate change poses a profound threat to mountain agro-ecosystems, particularly in the Himalayan region of West Bengal, India, by disrupting precipitation patterns, increasing temperature variability,...
Multi-scenario simulation of land use spatial patterns in arid metropolitan regions of China with a coupled WESP-FLUS model
Available online 11 March 2026
Coordinating urban development with the protection of water resources is a serious global challenge faced by countries worldwide. This study constructed the coupled Water Ecological Security Pattern-Future...
Assessing spatial equity in employment opportunities in low-rent residential areas: Evidence from Urumqi, China
Available online 11 March 2026
Differentiation in housing costs reinforces the concentration of low-income groups in low-rent residential areas through residential location sorting, making the surrounding employment opportunity environment...
Eco-environmental effects and driving factors of spatiotemporal change in production-living-ecological space in the source region of the Yellow River, China
Available online 11 March 2026
As one of China’s most important ecological conservation regions, the source region of the Yellow River (SRYR) has a fragile ecological environment. Investigating land use transformations and their...
Smallholder farmers’ intention to adopt Climate-Smart Agricultural (CAS) practices: Insights into the socio-psychological dimensions of their pro-environmental behaviours
Available online 6 March 2026
Although various Climate-Smart Agricultural (CSA) practices are promoted to safeguard agricultural production and food security in the Global South, their adoption remains limited. This study conducted...
Coupling dynamics of SDGs in Tajikistan from 2001 to 2023
February 2026
Since the United Nations launched the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, global implementation has steadily advanced, yet prominent challenges persist. Progress has been uneven across regions...
Spatiotemporal heterogeneity of runoff in Tajikistan and its driving mechanisms under climate change
February 2026
Based on monthly runoff and climate datasets spanning 2000–2024, this study employed the Theil–Sen’s slope estimation, Mann–Kendall (M–K) trend test, as well as Pearson correlation and Spearman rank...
Risks of snow drought and impacts on streamflow in Tajikistan
February 2026
Tajikistan, a mountainous country and a vital water tower for Central Asia, is becoming increasingly vulnerable to snow drought under climate change, threatening its snow- and glacier-fed streamflow....
Current status and recent changes of glaciers in Tajikistan
February 2026
Tajikistan contains the majority of Central Asia’s glaciers, which cover about 6.00% of the national territory; their rapid shrinkage poses a significant threat to regional water resource security....
Water resources and sustainable management in Tajikistan under global change
February 2026
As a major source of freshwater in Central Asia, Tajikistan is endowed with abundant glaciers and water resources. However, the country faces multiple challenges, including accelerated glacier retreat,...
Hydrological change trends of the Surkhob and Khingov river basins in the Vakhsh River of Tajikistan under climate change
February 2026
The hydrological system in Central Asia is highly sensitive to global climate change, significantly affecting water supply and energy production. In Tajikistan, the Vakhsh River—one of the main tributaries...
Grassland ecosystems of Tajikistan: Plant species diversity, ecological restoration, and sustainable management
February 2026
Livestock farming is a critical pillar of Tajikistan’s national economy and livelihood security. However, significant economic challenges in the country have led to the degradation of grassland ecosystems....
Vascular plant diversity and distribution pattern in Tajikistan: A global hotspot of diversity
February 2026
Tajikistan represents a core region of the biodiversity hotspot in Central Asian mountains and has exceptional vascular plant diversity. However, the species diversity of the country faces urgent conservation...
Spatial differentiation and risk zonation of debris flow hazards in Tajikistan
February 2026
Debris flow events are frequent in Tajikistan, yet comprehensive investigations at the regional scale are limited. This study integrates remote sensing, Geographic Information System, and machine learning...
Impact of green energy development on climate change mitigation
February 2026
This study examined the role of green energy development in mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,...
Impact of county-to-district conversion on the urban-rural integration development: A case study from Jiangsu Province, China
Available online 25 February 2026
County-to-district conversion (CDC) has restructured the pattern of urban-rural development and influenced the allocation of resources by local governments as well as the urbanization process. However,...
Elevational patterns of plant species and phylogenetic diversity in the eastern Pamir Plateau
Available online 14 February 2026
Mountain ecosystems offer natural gradients for exploring biodiversity patterns; however, the elevational patterns of plant species and phylogenetic diversity in the eastern Pamir Plateau remain poorly...
Hydroclimatic and cryospheric changes in the eastern Pamir Plateau, Tajikistan: A 30-a remote sensing assessment of Yashilkul Lake
Available online 12 February 2026
High-altitude glacier-lake systems in the eastern Pamir Plateau, Tajikistan, are highly sensitive elements of Central Asia’s cryosphere and are vital for sustaining regional water resources. The Yashilkul...
Nonlinear carbon–water coupling in terrestrial ecosystems: insights from China’s Three-North Shelterbelt Forest region
Available online 12 February 2026
Understanding the coupling between carbon and water in terrestrial ecosystems is essential for achieving sustainable development. Net primary productivity (NPP), carbon use efficiency (CUE), and water...
Exploring the challenges to circular supply chain (CSC) implementation in the chemical-intensive manufacturing industries of emerging economies: Implications toward sustainability
December 2025
Waste management strategies employed by emerging economies worldwide are often insufficient to address the new-age sustainability challenges. Especially in chemical-intensive manufacturing industries,...
Promoting responsible visitor behavior through green tourism initiatives: Willingness to pay for support scenarios in Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park, Indonesia
December 2025
Rapid growth in nature-based and super-premium tourism has increased environmental pressures on protected destinations such as Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park (KNP) in Indonesia, raising concerns...
Mapping the spatial pattern of ecosystem services in the Jabodetabek Metropolitan Area, Indonesia: Could peri-urban areas support the urban core?
December 2025
The Jabodetabek Metropolitan Area (JMA), Indonesia’s largest urban agglomeration, faces severe challenges due to rapid population growth and environmental degradation. Expanding urban areas has led...
Combined adoption decisions of climate-smart agriculture and their impacts on maize yield in western Ethiopia
December 2025
Households in western Ethiopia are experiencing food insecurity driven by the effects of climate change. Hence, there is an opportunity to lessen the consequences of climate change by adopting climate-smart...
Quantifying desertification control efficiency in a hyper-arid region: Spatiotemporal dynamics and policy synergies in Hotan Prefecture of China during 2005–2023
December 2025
Desertification poses severe threats to socio-ecological resilience in arid regions, yet systematic quantification of desertification control efficiency remains limited. This study addressed this gap...
Impact of climate change on global economy: A comprehensive review
December 2025
Climate change has emerged as an important global issue, primarily driven by human activities, affecting ecosystems, societies, and economies worldwide. This review employed a comprehensive narrative...
