About the Journal

Journal Information

Contents

Aims and Scope

Xplore Environment: An International Journal (ISSN: 3117-6143) is a peer-reviewed, open access scholarly journal committed to publishing high-quality research that addresses critical issues in environmental sciences, sustainability, and ecological management. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academicians, industry experts, and policymakers to disseminate knowledge that contributes to environmental protection, resource management, and sustainable development.

The journal’s coverage includes (but is not limited to):

  • Climate change, adaptation, and mitigation
  • Renewable energy and green technologies
  • Biodiversity conservation and ecosystem management
  • Water, soil, and air pollution control
  • Waste management, recycling, and circular economy
  • Sustainable agriculture, forestry, and food systems
  • Environmental health, toxicology, and public safety
  • Natural resource management and conservation strategies
  • Disaster management, resilience, and risk assessment
  • Environmental ethics, governance, and policy studies

Publication Model

Frequency: Quarterly (4 issues per year)
Access Type: Gold Open Access (free for readers)
Review System: Double-blind peer review
Article Types: Original Research, Review Articles, Case Studies, Short Communications

Indexing & Abstracting

The journal is in the process of inclusion in:

  • Google Scholar
  • Crossref (DOI registration)
  • Scopus (under evaluation)
  • Web of Science (future target)
  • DOAJ, EBSCO, CAB Abstracts (in pipeline)

Editorial Structure

Editor-in-Chief – Provides strategic vision and final decision-making

Associate Editors – Handle subject-specific submissions

International Editorial Board – Renowned experts from academia and industry

Advisory Panel – Guides long-term growth and standards

Policies

Plagiarism Policy

Manuscripts are screened for plagiarism using standard software. Submissions with more than 15% similarity (excluding references) will be rejected.

Peer Review Policy

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts to ensure originality, quality, and integrity.

Ethics Policy

The journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. Misconduct such as falsification, duplicate publication, or unethical practices will not be tolerated.

Open Access Policy

All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) License, ensuring free access, distribution, and reuse with proper citation.

Copyright Policy

Authors retain copyright of their work. Upon acceptance, authors grant the journal the right to publish and disseminate their articles worldwide.

Article Processing Charges (APC)

A minimal APC applies for accepted papers to cover editorial, peer review, and hosting costs. Waivers or discounts may be granted in special cases.

Withdrawal Policy

Before Review: Free withdrawal permitted.
After Review / Acceptance: Withdrawal may attract a processing fee.
Post-Publication Retraction: Allowed only in cases of proven ethical violations.

For Authors

Submissions must be original and unpublished.

The corresponding author must provide ORCID iD.

Manuscripts should follow the journal’s formatting and reference style (APA recommended).

Ethical approval details must be included where applicable.

Accepted papers are assigned a DOI and published online.

For Reviewers

Maintain confidentiality and impartiality.

Provide constructive and timely feedback.

Declare any conflicts of interest.

Reviewers are recognized with acknowledgment and certificates.

Ethics & Malpractice Statement

The journal is committed to upholding publication ethics in accordance with COPE and ICMJE guidelines. Cases of misconduct are investigated transparently, and corrective actions are taken when necessary.