Journal Policies

1. Peer Review Policy

All manuscripts submitted to Environmental Reports undergo a rigorous, double-blind peer review process. This ensures that each article is evaluated based on scientific merit, originality, and relevance to the field, without bias. We rely on the expertise of independent reviewers who provide constructive feedback to help authors refine their work before publication.

2. Open Access Policy

Environmental Reports is an open-access journal, making all published articles freely available to readers worldwide. This ensures that the research we publish has the widest possible reach, enabling global access to critical environmental knowledge and solutions.

3. Ethics and Plagiarism Policy

We adhere to strict ethical guidelines as outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors are required to ensure the originality of their work, provide proper citation of sources, and avoid plagiarism. Manuscripts are checked for plagiarism using advanced detection tools, and any unethical behavior will result in the rejection of the manuscript.

4. Data Sharing and Reproducibility

We encourage authors to make their data available to ensure the reproducibility of results. Any data or supplementary materials that support the findings of a published article should be made accessible to the scientific community, either within the article itself or through external repositories.

5. Authorship and Contribution

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. All authors must approve the final manuscript before submission, and any changes to authorship after submission must be agreed upon by all authors and justified to the editorial team.

6. Conflict of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect the objectivity of the research or the review process. All disclosures will be handled transparently to maintain the credibility and impartiality of the journal.

7. Retraction and Correction Policy

In cases where significant errors, fraudulent data, or ethical violations are discovered in a published article, Environmental Reports reserves the right to issue a retraction or correction. Authors and readers are encouraged to notify the editorial office of any issues that require attention.

8. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright to their published work under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). This allows others to share and adapt the material, provided appropriate credit is given, and the use is for non-commercial purposes. Authors must ensure that they have the necessary permissions to use any third-party materials included in their manuscript.

9. Editorial Independence

The editorial board of Environmental Reports operates independently of any external influence, ensuring that all editorial decisions are based solely on the quality and relevance of the submitted research. We maintain a transparent editorial process, free from commercial or political bias.

These policies ensure that Environmental Reports remains a trusted source of high-quality environmental research, promoting ethical practices and open scientific communication.