About the Journal

Bulletin of the Académie Vert (Bull. Ac. Vert / BAV)

The Bulletin of the Académie Vert (BAV) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal published by the Académie Vert, a platform dedicated to training, research, and innovation in the fields of environmental engineering, natural hazard management, and sustainable development through geospatial technologies and modeling.

Focus and Scope

The journal publishes original research articles, technical notes, case studies, literature reviews, and methodological developments related to:

Environmental engineering
Natural hazard assessment and management (e.g., erosion, landslides, floods, droughts)
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing
Environmental and hydrological modeling
Rural and civil engineering with environmental focus
Sustainable agriculture, land and water management, and soil conservation
Green infrastructure and climate resilience

The journal seeks to promote the dissemination of scientific knowledge that supports the sustainable management of natural resources, climate change adaptation, and the resilience of infrastructure and territories.

Open Access Policy

The Bulletin of the Académie Vert is an immediate open-access journal. All content is freely accessible without subscription fees or embargo periods. No article processing charges (APCs) are required from authors. The journal supports the principle that free access to research fosters a greater global exchange of knowledge.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their articles and grant the journal the right to publish under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows redistribution, reuse, and adaptation of the work as long as proper credit is given.

Journal History

Founded in 2025, the journal is part of the mission of the Académie Vert to merge science, education, and innovation in response to the environmental and infrastructural challenges facing Africa and the world.

Editorial Process and Peer Review

All submitted manuscripts are subject to a double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers. The international editorial board ensures the scientific quality, thematic relevance, and ethical standards of all published content.

Privacy Statement

The names, email addresses, and personal data entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of the journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any third party.

Key Features of BAV

International Editorial Board
A diverse team of recognized experts ensuring scientific excellence, thematic diversity, and global relevance.
Double-Blind Peer Review
A rigorous and objective evaluation process that guarantees quality, fairness, and scientific integrity.
Fast and Efficient Publication Process
First editorial decision within 7 days, revision turnaround within 10 days, and final publication within 3 to 7 days after acceptance.
No Article Processing Charges (APC-Free)
Publishing in BAV is completely free of charge for authors, promoting inclusive access to scientific dissemination.
Monthly Issues, Quarterly Volumes
BAV publishes 12 issues per year (one per month), grouped into 4 volumes of 3 issues each, ensuring regular and sustained scientific outreach.
Wide Interdisciplinary Scope
BAV is aimed at researchers, environmental and civil engineers, rural engineers, agronomists, urban planners, geospatial scientists, and policymakers seeking robust scientific evidence to develop sustainable, innovative strategies.