Editorial Policies

Focus and Scope

Focus and SCOPE of IJRER

  • Green (Renewable) Energy Sources and Systems (GESSs) as Wind power, Hydropower, Solar Energy, Biomass, Biofuel, Geothermal Energy, Wave Energy, Tidal energy, Hydrogen & Fuel Cells, Li-ion Batteries, Capacitors
  • New Trends and Technologies for GESSs
  • Policies and strategies for GESSs
  • Production of Energy Using Green Energy Sources
  • Applications for GESSs
  • Energy Transformation from Green Energy System to Grid
  • Novel Energy Conversion Studies for GESSs
  • Driving Circuits for Green Energy Systems
  • Control Techniques for Green Energy Systems
  • Grid Interactive Systems Used in Hybrid Green Energy Systems
  • Performance Analysis of Renewable Energy Systems
  • Hybrid GESSs
  • Renewable Energy Research and Applications for Industries
  • GESSs for Electrical Vehicles and Components
  • Artificial Intelligence Studies in Renewable Energy Systems
  • Computational Methods for GESSs
  • Machine Learning for Renewable Energy Applications
  • GESS Design
  • Energy Savings
  • Public Awareness and Education for Renewable Energy
  • Future Directions for GESSs
  • Thermoelectric Energy

Aim of IJRER

The International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) seeks to promote and disseminate knowledge of the various topics and technologies of renewable (green) energy resources. The journal aims to present to the international community important results of work in the fields of renewable energy research, development, application, or design. The journal also aims to help researchers, scientists, manufacturers, institutions, world agencies, societies, etc. to keep up with new developments in theory and applications and to provide alternative energy solutions to current issues such as the greenhouse effect, sustainable and clean energy issues.

 

 

Section Policies

Research Articles

Checked Open Submissions Checked Indexed Checked Peer Reviewed

Review Articles

Checked Open Submissions Checked Indexed Checked Peer Reviewed
 

Peer Review Process

Every manuscript submitted to IJRER is blind peer reviewed by at least 2 reviewers in 10 weeks time.

 

Publication Frequency

This journal is published 4 times per year.

 

Open Access Policy

The International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) provides immediate open access to its content based on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. All articles published in the journal are freely accessible online without subscription or payment barriers. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of the articles, or use them for any other lawful purpose without asking prior permission from the publisher or the author, provided that proper citation of the original work is given.

The journal supports the principles of open-access publishing as outlined by the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI) and is listed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). Authors retain the copyright of their work while granting the journal the right of first publication. Articles published in the journal are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are properly credited. This policy ensures that research published in the International Journal of Renewable Energy Research is widely disseminated and accessible to researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the public worldwide.

 

Archiving

This journal utilizes the LOCKSS system to create a distributed archiving system among participating libraries and permits those libraries to create permanent archives of the journal for purposes of preservation and restoration. More...

 

Publication Ethics

Research and Publishing Ethics of IJRER

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

In addition; our publication ethics and publication malpractice statement is mainly based on the Code of Conduct and Best-Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors (Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), 2011).

 

Ethics in Research & Publication

International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of ethical integrity in all published content. Authors are required to adhere to national and international ethical guidelines for academic publishing. The journal aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of of Renewable Energy Research Journal Editors and follows the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), particularly the “International Standards for Editors and Authors".

 

It is crucial for researchers, authors, reviewers, and editors to adhere to ethical principles throughout the evaluation and publishing process, especially given the innovative nature of Renewable Energy research, which often involves unpublished methods and algorithms. IJRER mandates compliance with the following ethical responsibilities to maintain the integrity of academic contributions.

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Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

 

Authors submitting manuscripts to IJRER must ensure their work is original, unpublished, and not simultaneously under review elsewhere. Manuscripts must be formatted using the journal’s template. The ethical obligations of authors include the following:

1. Honesty and Integrity: Authors are responsible for ensuring accuracy and truthfulness in their work. Deliberate or accidental misrepresentation of data or findings is strictly prohibited.

2. Proper Attribution: Authors must appropriately acknowledge sources and provide accurate citations for all borrowed information, ideas, or data. Proper credit must be given when using others’ intellectual property.

3. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Authors must disclose all actual or potential conflicts of interest, including financial, professional, or personal relationships that could influence their work. A Disclosure Statement should be included in the manuscript, listing any affiliations, funding sources, or other potential conflicts.

If funding sponsors played a role in the study’s design, data collection, analysis, or publication decision, their contributions must be explicitly stated under a section titled Role of the Funding Source.

4. Multiple, Redundant, or Concurrent Publication: Manuscripts describing substantially the same research should not be submitted to more than one journal. Concurrent submissions are deemed unethical and unacceptable. Exceptions, such as clinical guidelines or translations, are permitted only with mutual agreement from all involved journals and proper citation of the original publication.

5. Cultural and Social Sensitivity: Authors must avoid discriminatory, offensive, or biased language and content in their work.

6. Privacy Protection: Authors must respect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals involved in the research and ensure that personal data is not disclosed without consent.

7. Avoiding Plagiarism: All submitted work must be original. Any use of another’s ideas or words must be properly cited to prevent plagiarism, a severe violation of academic ethics.

8. Ethical Research Practices: Authors must follow ethical standards in their research, particularly regarding studies involving humans or animals, and report findings truthfully without manipulation.

9. Respect for Human Rights: Articles must align with the principles of equality, justice, and dignity.

10. Hazards and Human or Animal Subjects: Authors must clearly disclose any inherent hazards associated with the use of chemicals, procedures, or equipment in their work. For studies involving humans or animals, compliance with relevant laws and ethical guidelines is mandatory. Authors must also confirm that all procedures received institutional approval, and informed consent was obtained where applicable.

11. Data Access and Retention: Authors may be asked to supply raw data associated with their manuscript during the editorial review process. Where feasible, they should provide public access to such data and retain it for a reasonable period following publication.

12. Open Communication: Authors should respond constructively to reviewers’ feedback, make necessary corrections, and address any identified errors.

13. Changes to Authorship:Requests for adding, removing, or rearranging authors after manuscript acceptance must follow these steps:

a. The corresponding author must provide a written explanation for the change.

b. Confirmation from all authors, including those being added or removed, is required.

After publication, changes may result in a corrigendum and must adhere to the same procedures outlined above.

14. Compliance with Journal Standards: Submissions must adhere to IJRER’s ethical and publication guidelines.

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Ethical Responsibilities of Referees

 

Reviewers are expected to conduct fair, impartial, and timely evaluations of submissions. Their ethical responsibilities include:

1. Confidentiality: Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the manuscripts and refrain from using or sharing content for personal or professional gain.

2. Expertise: Reviewers should only evaluate manuscripts within their area of expertise.

3. Impartiality: Evaluations must be based solely on the manuscript’s scientific quality, without bias or personal prejudice.

4. Ethical Vigilance: Reviewers should report any instances of ethical misconduct, such as plagiarism or data manipulation.

5. Constructive Feedback: Feedback provided should aim to improve the manuscript and should be delivered respectfully.

6. Timeliness: Reviewers must adhere to deadlines or communicate promptly if unable to complete the review in time.

7. Avoiding Disclosure: Reviewers must not disclose the content of the manuscript or use it in discussions outside the journal.

8. Ethical Compliance: Reviewers should ensure manuscripts adhere to the journal’s ethical standards.

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Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

 

Editors are entrusted with ensuring the integrity and quality of the journal’s publications. Their key responsibilities include:

1. Neutral Decision-Making: Editors must act impartially and disclose any personal, financial, or ideological conflicts of interest.

2. Ensuring Ethical Compliance: Editors are responsible for identifying and addressing issues such as plagiarism, data falsification, or copyright violations.

3. Transparency: Publication policies must be clear and consistently applied.

4. Maintaining Confidentiality: Editors must safeguard the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and related data.

5. Effective Communication: Editors must foster open and respectful communication with authors, reviewers, and readers.

6. Encouraging Innovation: Editors should prioritize the publication of original and impactful research.

7. Plagiarism Prevention: Editors must utilize plagiarism detection tools and take corrective action as needed.

8. Continuous Professional Development: Editors should stay updated on advancements in the field and ethical publishing practices.

9. Societal Impact: Editors must strive to publish work that benefits society, avoiding the dissemination of harmful or misleading content.

10. Diversity and Equality: Editors must ensure fairness and prevent discrimination throughout the editorial process.

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Duties of the Publisher

 

At IJRER, we are fully committed to maintaining the independence of editorial decisions from commercial influences. Advertising, reprints, or other commercial revenue streams have no bearing on the editorial process. Additionally, the journal actively facilitates communication with other journals and publishers when this supports editors or enhances the publishing process.

 

We work collaboratively with industry associations and fellow publishers to establish and uphold ethical standards, address errors, and manage retractions when necessary. As part of our dedication to preserving the integrity of the peer review process, IJRER provides support to the scientific community in addressing publishing ethics, including instances of suspected duplicate submissions or plagiarism.

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Rights and Responsibilities

 

To ensure proper management of electronic and online rights, IJRER requests a transfer of copyright or, in certain cases, exclusive rights from journal authors. While authors and their employers retain significant scholarly rights, this process allows us to uphold the integrity of scholarly works and sustain journal business models.

 

As stewards of the academic record, we take our role seriously, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and long-term accessibility of published research.

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Reporting Standards

 

Authors are expected to provide a clear and accurate account of their research, including an objective discussion of its significance. Underlying data should be accurately represented, and sufficient detail must be included to allow replication of the work by others. Fraudulent or knowingly inaccurate statements constitute unethical behavior and are strictly prohibited.

 

Review articles and professional publications must be objective and accurate, while editorial opinion pieces should be clearly identified as such.

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Use of Patient Images or Case Details

 

Studies involving patient data, images, or personal information require explicit ethics committee approval and documented informed consent. For individuals such as children or those with special needs, particular care should be taken to ensure privacy and confidentiality. Written consent must be retained by the authors and submitted to the journal upon request.

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Fundamental Errors in Published Works

 

If significant errors or inaccuracies are identified in a published work, authors are obligated to notify the journal promptly. Authors must cooperate with the editorial team to issue corrections or retract the paper if necessary.

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Authorship

 

Authorship should be limited to individuals who contributed significantly to the study’s conception, design, execution, or interpretation. All contributors who meet these criteria should be listed as co-authors. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors approve the final manuscript and agree to its submission.

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Submission, Review, and Publication System

 

The block diagram outlining the submission, review, and publication process is available at the following link:

https://www.ijrer.org/index.php/ijrer/about/aboutThisPublishingSystem

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The ethical standards outlined above are fundamental to maintaining the quality and integrity of publications in IJRER. By adhering to these principles, the journal aims to foster trust and credibility within the academic community and beyond.

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Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Usage Policy

International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) Usage Policy

The International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (IJRER) places a high premium on maintaining scientific integrity, originality, and author accountability. While acknowledging the potential of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini,  Claude, Copilot, DALL-E, Midjourney) in scholarly writing and research processes, the journal establishes the following rules and requirements for their use.

 

1. Authorship and Accountability

  • GenAI Tools Cannot Be Authors: Generative AI tools cannot, under any circumstances, be listed as an author, co-author, or official contributor. Authorship requires human responsibility for the integrity and scholarly content of the work.
  • Full Responsibility: Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and ethical compliance of the entire content of the submitted manuscript, including any sections, analyses, or figures generated or assisted by GenAI tools. All liabilities arising from inaccurate, misleading, or plagiarized outputs generated by the tool rest solely with the authors.

 

2. Permitted Uses and Limitations

GenAI tools may be used as an assisting utility, rather than a direct academic contributor, to the scholarly work.

Permitted Uses (Limited and Under Human Supervision)

  • Language and Editing Improvements: Checking grammar, spelling, improving readability, and enhancing linguistic fluency.
  • Text Refinement: Rephrasing or summarizing existing human-written text (provided it does not alter the scientific argument or conclusion).
  • Code Generation and Debugging: Generating or debugging code snippets used in the research (provided the author verifies the code and assumes full responsibility for its accuracy).
  • Visual and Graphic Preparation: Assisting in the aesthetic or format-based arrangement or creation of figures, tables, or charts (the underlying data and content must be entirely the author's original work).

Strictly Prohibited Uses

  • Creation of Core Scientific Content: The wholesale production of the manuscript's core sections, such as the Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results/Conclusions, or Discussion sections, by GenAI, or using it as a substitute for the author's intellectual contribution.
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Performing raw data analysis, interpreting results, or forming academic arguments.

 

3. Transparency and Declaration Requirement

Authors are obliged to disclose the use of any GenAI tools in a clear and transparent manner.

Declaration Format

  • Dedicated Section: The use of GenAI tools must be explicitly stated in a dedicated section titled “Declaration of Generative AI Use” or within the Acknowledgements section of the manuscript, located before the Reference List.
  • Required Details: The declaration must include the following information:
    • The Full Name of the GenAI Tool used (e.g., ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini).
    • The Version Number or Model Name (e.g., GPT-4, DALL-E 3).
    • A detailed description of What Purpose the tool served and Which Section of the manuscript it assisted (e.g., "ChatGPT-4 was used for the grammar check of the Abstract" or "The basic layout of Figure 3 was generated using Midjourney V5.2").

Citation Obligation

Any text that is directly quoted or heavily paraphrased from a GenAI tool must be cited using an appropriate citation style (e.g., APA 7) and included in the reference list:

Example APA 7 Citation: OpenAI. (2025). ChatGPT (GPT-5) [Large language model]. Retrieved from https://chat.openai.com/

 

4. Plagiarism and Ethical Risks

  • Verification Burden: Authors are responsible for diligently checking for potential plagiarism or "hallucinations" (false information) that GenAI tools may produce.
  • Confidentiality and Copyright: Authors must refrain from inputting confidential, proprietary, copyrighted, or sensitive data into GenAI tools, as there is no guarantee that data entered into these systems will remain private.

 

5. Editor and Reviewer Responsibilities

  • The Editorial Board reserves the right to reject an article, request corrections, or initiate an ethics procedure against the author(s) if non-compliance with this policy is detected.
  • Reviewers are encouraged to state if they use AI tools (e.g., to summarize the abstract or check the language) in their review process, and they must maintain strict confidentiality by not uploading any part of the confidential manuscript to external GenAI or third-party AI systems.

This policy will be reviewed regularly to reflect technological advancements and evolving ethical practices in academic publishing.