Editorial Information
Future - Journal of Circular Economy and Resource Management (Future - JCERM) is an interdisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing research, practices, and innovations in the field of circular economy and sustainable resource management. The journal aims to provide a platform for the dissemination of novel ideas, methodologies, and technologies that contribute to the reduction of waste, maximization of resource efficiency, and the development of sustainable, closed-loop systems in various sectors. By bridging environmental science, engineering, economics, and policy, Future - JCERM serves as a critical forum for addressing global challenges related to resource sustainability.
In alignment with its commitment to global accessibility and academic collaboration, Future - JCERM follows a Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all published research is freely available to readers worldwide.
Gold Open Access
Upon acceptance for publication, all articles will be made freely available online to readers globally. Authors retain full copyright of their work, and articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows others to freely share, remix, and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors.
Article Processing Charge (APC)
Article Processing Charge (APC) is FREE, meaning authors are not required to pay for publication, including peer review, production, and online hosting. Further details regarding APCs, procedures, and any potential waivers or discounts will be provided upon acceptance of the manuscript.
Ethical Considerations
Future - JCERM upholds the highest ethical standards in the publication of research related to circular economy and resource management. The journal encourages authors to:
- Submit work that adheres to ethical guidelines in the design, execution, and reporting of research, particularly in environmental and sustainability contexts.
- Disclose any conflicts of interest and provide full transparency about funding sources.
- Ensure that research involving human or environmental data is conducted in an ethical manner, following all necessary approvals and guidelines.
All submissions undergo rigorous peer review to ensure scientific integrity and the relevance of research to the journal's core focus on circular economy and sustainable resource management.
Archiving and Repositories
In accordance with its open access policy, Future - JCERM deposits all articles in multiple open repositories to ensure their long-term preservation and accessibility. Authors are encouraged to deposit their accepted manuscripts in institutional repositories, subject to the journal’s embargo period, if applicable.
Funding and Support
The journal supports transparency in research funding. Authors are required to disclose any financial support or conflicts of interest associated with their work. These must be acknowledged in the manuscript’s acknowledgment section, specifying funding sources, grants, or any other financial support received during the course of the research.
Access and Licensing
All published content will be immediately accessible to readers at no cost. Users can freely access, download, copy, distribute, and reproduce the material in any medium or format, as long as proper attribution is provided to the original authors. This is in line with the journal's mission to promote open access to high-quality research and facilitate the dissemination of innovative solutions for sustainable resource management and circular economy practices.
