Open Access Policy

1. Commitment to Open Access

The Journal of Global Research in Environment and Climate (JGREC) is dedicated to promoting the principles of open access to ensure that scientific research is freely available to the global community. By removing barriers to access, JGREC aims to:

  • Enhance the visibility and impact of published research.
  • Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, policymakers, and the public.
  • Support the advancement of science and innovation in the fields of environment and climate studies.

2. Licensing and Reuse

Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY): All articles published in JGREC are distributed under the CC BY 4.0 license. This license allows users to:

  • Share, copy, and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
  • Adapt, remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, including commercial use.
  • Proper attribution must be given to the original author(s) and the journal.

3. Benefits of Open Access

For Authors:

  • Increased visibility and readership of their work.
  • Higher citation rates due to broader accessibility.
  • Retention of copyright while allowing widespread dissemination.

For Readers:

  • Free and immediate access to high-quality research.
  • Ability to use and share research without restrictions.

For Society:

  • Accelerates scientific progress by making research findings available to all.
  • Supports evidence-based decision-making in environmental and climate-related policies.

4. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

Funding Model: JGREC operates under an open access model funded by Article Processing Charges (APCs). These charges cover the costs of peer review, editorial processes, production, and online hosting.

APC Waivers and Discounts:

  • Waivers or discounts are available for authors from low-income countries or those facing financial hardship.
  • Requests for waivers must be submitted during the manuscript submission process and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

5. Archiving and Preservation

Digital Archiving: JGREC ensures long-term preservation of its content through partnerships with digital archiving services such as CLOCKSS, Portico, and LOCKSS.

Self-Archiving Policy: Authors are encouraged to self-archive their published articles in institutional repositories, personal websites, or other open access platforms, provided proper attribution is given to JGREC.

6. Ethical Standards

Transparency: JGREC adheres to the highest ethical standards in publishing, as outlined by organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Plagiarism and Misconduct: All submissions are screened for plagiarism and ethical compliance. Any cases of misconduct are handled in accordance with COPE guidelines.

7. Global Reach

Multilingual Support: Key information about the journal, including abstracts and summaries, is available in multiple languages to cater to a diverse global audience.

Social Media and Outreach: JGREC actively promotes its content through social media platforms and collaborates with academic institutions to increase the reach of published research.

This Open Access Policy ensures that JGREC remains aligned with the best practices of open access publishing, fostering global knowledge sharing and advancing research in environmental and climate sciences.