Editorial Standards
Editorial Independence
The Journal of Climate Justice maintains full editorial independence. Editorial decisions are made solely on the basis of scholarly merit, relevance to the journal’s scope, originality, and academic quality.
The publisher does not influence editorial decisions regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection of submissions.
Academic Quality Assurance
The journal is committed to:
- Maintaining rigorous peer review
- Ensuring interdisciplinary relevance
- Upholding methodological integrity
- Promoting clarity, coherence, and scholarly contribution
Manuscripts are evaluated according to established academic standards appropriate to their disciplinary and interdisciplinary contexts.
Transparency in Decision-Making
All editorial decisions are:
- Based on reviewer recommendations
- Communicated clearly to authors
- Supported by constructive feedback
Authors are informed of the outcome of their submission in a timely manner.
Conflict Management
Editors and reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest that could affect their impartiality. Where a conflict exists, the manuscript will be reassigned to another editor or reviewer.
Corrections and Retractions
Where necessary, the journal will publish:
- Corrections
- Clarifications
- Retractions
Such actions will be taken in cases of significant errors, ethical violations, or academic misconduct.
Inclusivity and Fair Evaluation
Submissions are evaluated without discrimination based on:
- Nationality
- Institutional affiliation
- Gender
- Religious or ideological background
The journal is committed to inclusive scholarly engagement and respect for diverse academic traditions.
