Cub@: Environment and Development is a multidisciplinary scientific journal dedicated to disseminating knowledge on the interrelationships between the environment and sustainable development, aimed at scientists, technicians, managers, academics, and decision-makers at both national and international levels. Its mission is to foster the exchange of scientific findings and practical experiences that enhance the understanding, management, and protection of natural and social systems, as well as to support the formulation of strategies for balanced and sustainable development. The scope of the journal encompasses mono- and multidisciplinary studies derived from research and environmental management across a wide range of topics, including natural and socioeconomic components influencing environmental processes (climate, soil, vegetation, settlements, agriculture, etc.); biological diversity; comprehensive environmental assessments; evaluation and management of natural, coastal, marine, and human resources; environmental quality and sanitation issues (pollution, overexploitation, desertification, unsanitary conditions, poverty); environmental conservation and protection; vulnerability and disaster risk management; environmental management and education; environmental impact assessment; environmental policy, planning, and land-use management; protected areas; environmental law and legislation; clean technologies; informatics and technological applications for environmental analysis; and strategies for sustainable development and regional integration. The journal accepts only original and unpublished contributions that are not under simultaneous review by other journals. It publishes several document types, including research articles, communications, biographical sketches, news, and notes of interest, all aimed at strengthening scientific and technical dialogue on environmental and sustainable development challenges.