About the Journal
About the Journal / Focus and Scope
Aim and Scope
Holistic Economics (Holist. Econ.) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal that reflects the interdisciplinary and holistic nature of economics, publishing research based on sustainability, inclusivity, and global prosperity.
The primary objective of the journal is to promote high-impact studies examining economic phenomena within a holistic framework encompassing social, ecological, cultural, and ethical dimensions. Holist. Econ. aims to move beyond traditional reductionist approaches by treating economics as an integrated system within human society and the biosphere.
The journal features theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented studies providing innovative and systemic solutions to global challenges such as climate change, inequalities, financial instability, and sustainable development.
Thematic Areas
1. Human Development and Social Well-being
- Quality of Life, Happiness, and Well-being
- Planetary Health and Care Economy
- Work Life, Meaningful Work, and Sustainable Livelihoods
- Behavioral Insights and Social Norms
2. Ecological Embeddedness and Sustainable Systems
- Ecological Economics, Planetary Boundaries
- Circular Economy, Degrowth, Post-Growth
- Natural Capital and Climate Justice
- Regenerative Agriculture, Bioeconomy, Food Systems
3. Systemic Inequalities, Justice, and Ethics
- Income and Wealth Distribution
- Feminist Economics and Inclusivity
- Intergenerational Equity
- Ethical Foundations and Social Justice
4. Holistic Governance, Complexity, and Innovation
- Complexity Economics and Institutional Evolution
- Sustainable Finance and Ethical Banking
- Resilience Policies and Public Administration
- Digital Transformation and Commons-based Innovation
Brief Information
Holist. Econ. is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, and open-access journal in the field of holistic economics; it fully complies with COPE principles and is published under the CC BY 4.0 license.
