Even journals can be "green"!

There are some "green" journals out there, and we're not talking about the color of the cover! Check out this list of journals - some are open access, while access to others is subscription-based (limited to Glenn Research Center employees only, Glenn subscriptions are indicated by volumes available in full-text):

Sustainability - an open access journal
Sustainability is an international and cross-disciplinary, scholarly, open-access journal of environmental, cultural, economic and social sustainability of human beings, which provides an advanced forum for studies related to sustainability and sustainable development. It is published by Molecular Diversity Preservation International (MDPI) online monthly. Subject areas include climate change, misuse of land, patterns of production, national/international policy, sustainable chemistry, and more. The site also includes book reviews and available email alerts.

Ecology and Society - an open access journal
Ecology and Society is an electronic, peer-reviewed, multi-disciplinary journal devoted to research findings on the management, stewardship and sustainable use of ecological systems, resources and biological diversity at all levels; the role natural systems play in social and political systems and conversely, the effect of social, economic and political institutions on ecological systems and services; and the means by which we can develop and sustain desired ecological, social and political states.

Sustainability: Science, Practice, & Policy – an open access journal
Published by the National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII) and ProQuest/CSA, Sustainability: Science, Practice, & Policy (SSPP) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that discussed both the science and policy of sustainability, with the intent of facilitating communication among scientists, practitioners, and policy makers who are investigating and shaping nature-society interactions and working towards sustainable solutions.

Green Chemistry
Green Chemistry, published by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RCS), covers topics in green chemistry and sustainability, including the application of innovative technology to establish industrial procedures; the design of new, greener and safer chemicals and materials; the use of sustainable resources; the use of biotechnology alternatives to chemistry-based solutions; methodologies and tools for measuring environmental impact; and the chemical aspects of renewable energy.

Progress in Photovoltaics: Research and Applications (1997, v.5-current)
Progress in Photovoltaics offers a forum for reporting advances in this rapidly developing technology, right through from research to practical application, and aims to reach all interested professionals and researchers in the fields of electrical and electronic engineering, renewable energy, and microelectronic engineering, as well as energy policy-makers. Glenn employees have full text access to the above volume range via TorpedoUltra.

Journal of Physical Chemistry A (1997, v.101-current)
The Journal of Physical Chemistry A (Dynamics, Kinetics, Environmental Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Structure, Theory) publishes studies on dynamics, clusters, and excited states; kinetics, and spectroscopy; atmospheric, environmental, and green chemistry; and molecular structure, quantum chemistry, and general theory.

Journal of Physical Chemistry C (2007, v.111-current)
The Journal of Physical Chemistry C (Nanomaterials, Interfaces, and Hard Matter) publishes original experimental and basic research targeted to scientists in physical chemistry of nanoparticles, and nanostructures, surfaces, interfaces, and catalysis, electron transport, optical and electronic devices, and hard matter; and energy conversion and storage. Green and sustainable chemistry are also covered.

Environmental Science & Technology (1967, v.1-current)
Environmental Science & Technology (ES&T) is an authoritative source of information for professionals in a wide range of environmental disciplines. The journal combines magazine and research sections and is published both in print and online. The news and features section of ES&T presents objective reports and analyses of the major advances, trends, and challenges in environmental science, technology, and policy for a diverse professional audience. The research section focuses on new data that is particularly significant and/or original.


Journal of Power Sources (1976, v.1-current)
The Journal of Power Sources provides an interdisciplinary forum on all aspects of the science, technology and commercialization of primary/secondary batteries and fuel cells, supercapacitors, photo-electrochemical cells, including their applications in electric vehicles; portable electronics; hybrid electric vehicles; stationary power systems; remote wind- and/or solar-based power systems; and satellites and deep space probes. Glenn employees have full text access to the above volume range via TorpedoUltra.

Chemical Engineering & Technology (1987, v.10-current)
Chemical Engineering & Technology is now in its 31th year of publication. Recent issues have covered topics such as high pressure technology, micro system technology, modelling, parameter estimation, corrosion, and emission and pollution control. Glenn employees have full text access to the above volume range via TorpedoUltra.

Glenn employees can see these and other journals available to GRC on-site contractors and civil servants at the Library's website; for additional assistance, please contact the Library at 3-5761 or 3-5762.

It IS easy being green...

...and here are just a few web-based resources to help you learn more about green chemistry and engineering, and sustainability:

American Chemical Society (ACS) Green Chemistry Institute
The mission of the ACS Green Chemistry Institute (ACS GCI) is to enable and catalyze the implementation of green chemistry and green engineering into all aspects of the global chemical enterprise. Established in 1997, the Green Chemistry Institute became part of ACS in 2001. The organization has international chapters, and participates in green chemistry education via public events, published research materials, and their website.

California Green Chemistry Initiative
Learn more about what one state is doing to educate the public and initiate policy change at the California Dept. of Toxic Substances Control Green Chemistry Initiative website. This site also contains links to other associations and research centers nationwide, university programs, and other state programs related to green chemistry, sustainability, and waste reduction.

Resilience Alliance
The Resilience Alliance (RA) is a research organization comprised of scientists and practitioners from many disciplines who collaborate to explore the dynamics of social-ecological systems. RA topics of interest include resilience, adaptability, transformability, and sustainable development policy and practice. Member organizations include the Stockholm Environmental Institute, Arizona State University, and Indiana University.

International Energy Agency
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is an intergovernmental organization which acts as energy policy advisor to 28 member countries in their effort to ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for their citizens. Founded during the oil crisis of 1973-74, the IEA’s initial role was to co-ordinate measures in times of oil supply emergencies. As energy markets have changed, its mandate has broadened to incorporate the “Three E’s” of balanced energy policy making: energy security, economic development and environmental protection. The site includes a section on sustainable development, in addition to other energy-related topics.

LEED.net - Promoting LEED Certification and Green Building
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a third-party certification program. It is a nationally accepted organization for design, operation and construction of high performance green buildings. This ensures the buildings are environmentally compatible, provide a healthy work environment and are profitable.

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For additional research assistance, please contact the Library at 3-5762.

How "green" is your library?

Find out about the "green" efforts of the Glenn Science & Engineering Library (GSEL) at the Center's Earth Day event on Thursday, April 15th from 11am-1:30pm in the Cafeteria (limited to on-site contractors and civil servants only). What types of Library resources on "green" topics are available? How much material does the Library carry in print versus electronic format? Learn more about Library and other "green" initiatives across the Center at the Earth Day event on Thursday!

Also, keep an eye out for more info about "green" Library and web resources throughout the month of April.

EPA "Green" Resources

Wondering just what terms like "sustainability", "green engineering", and "green chemistry" mean? With the 2010 Earth Day approaching, there's no time like the present to learn more about our environment, our impact on our planet, and what we can do to protect and preserve our resources and the place we all call 'home'. A good place to start is at the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) website. Check out the following sections, dedicated specifically to environmental issues:

• Sustainability
• Green Chemistry
• Green Engineering
• Earth Day
• Laws and Regulations (including Energy, Power Generation, and Metals regulatory information by business sector; the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA); and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)).

Or visit the EPA's homepage and browse all of their available resources.


Glenn employees looking for materials and/or research assistance on this and other topics can contact the Library at 3-5761 or 3-5762.

Shouldn't everyday be Earth Day?

Earth Day is April 22nd, 2010, and this year marks the 40th anniversary of this day of awareness about our environment and what we can do to protect it. Organizations all over the globe observe this day in various ways...but what about the other 364 days of the year? Read more about actions that individuals can take throughout the year to protect the environment, and learn about how NASA's Earth science missions help us better understand our planet and our effects on the environment. You can also find out more about how the Glenn Research Center helps to protect the environment everyday at public events around the Cleveland area throughout the month of April. Glenn employees can learn more at this year's April 15th GRC Earth Day event (@ the GRC cafeteria, limited to on-site civil servants and contractors only) - be sure to stop by and say hello to the Library staff while you're there! Glenn employees looking for research materials on topics relating to environment, sustainability, "green" chemistry, and more can contact the Library at 3-5761 or 3-5762 for assistance.

Looking for energy info? Try the International Energy Agency

Looking for information on sustainable development? Greenhouse Gases? Energy Policy? Find publications, speeches, workshops, related websites, and more on these and other energy topics at the International Energy Agency (IEA) website.

The IEA "is an intergovernmental organisation which acts as energy policy advisor to 28 member countries in their effort to ensure reliable, affordable and clean energy for their citizens." This also includes a focus on energy security, economic development and environmental protection.

At the IEA site, you can find energy information by country or by topic. Each topic will include publications and papers, related programs, additional information (including related websites and information on free subscriptions), workshops, related committees, and contact information.


Also be sure to check out the "Technology Roadmaps", found within the "By Topic" menu. These open access PDFs are a series of global low-carbon energy technology roadmaps covering the most important and innovative low-carbon technologies.

Congressional reports on environment and more at NLE

The National Library for the Environment (NLE) has posted over 2,000 Congressional Research Service (CRS) reports on the environment and related topics. CRS, part of the Library of Congress, prepares its reports for the U.S. Congress. Although CRS documents are prepared specifically for Congress and not widely distributed, their distribution is not protected by law or copyright. The CRS Reports site, sponsored by the National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE), is committed to expanding, maintaining and updating its database of reports, making them available and searchable for the public.

You can browse report titles and abstracts for a specific topic:

Or perform a more in-depth search using keywords in the report title or abstract, author name, and more:

Continue to watch this site as more reports are added and additional information is made available. Also look for more news and other NSCE programs at the NLE website.

Looking for environmental info? Try GreenFILE

GreenFILE offers information that makes the connection between environmental concerns and agriculture, law, health, technology, and more. Search GreenFILE to find journals, government documents, and reports about environmental issues and ways in which humans both positively and negatively affect the environment. Hosted by EBSCO, GreenFILE contains nearly 300,000 references, includes full text and cited reference searching for selected titles, and is available at no charge.