Global Environmental Law and Climate Policy(GELCP) is to provide a platform for high-quality, interdisciplinary research and discussion on the intersection of environmental law, governance, and climate policy. The journal seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice by fostering innovative legal and policy solutions to address global environmental challenges. It provides a platform for scholars,
policymakers, practitioners, and activists to explore the complex legal, regulatory, and governance challenges posed by global environmental issues and climate change.
GELCP emphasizes innovative research that bridges theory and practice, encouraging critical perspectives on the development, implementation, and evaluation of environmental laws and policies in both developed and developing contexts. The journal welcomes comparative studies, empirical analyses, and theoretical contributions that address emerging issues in climate justice, sustainability, and transnational governance.
Key Topics
International environmental law and treaties
Climate change law and policy
Legal frameworks for sustainable development
Climate justice and equity
Corporate environmental responsibility and governance
Adaptation and mitigation strategies in law and policy
Comparative environmental legal systems
The role of indigenous and local knowledge in environmental law
Legal responses to biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation
Regulatory innovations for circular economies and renewable energy
Columns/Sections
1. Research Articles
Peer-reviewed papers presenting original research on environmental law, climate governance, and related interdisciplinary topics.
2. Case Studies
Analyses of specific legal and policy interventions at regional, national, or international levels, with lessons for broader application.
3. Policy Dialogues
Interviews or debates featuring leading policymakers, legal scholars, and climate advocates on pressing environmental issues.
4. Critical Reviews
Comprehensive reviews of recent books, legislation, or major policy initiatives in the field of environmental law and climate change.
5. Emerging Trends
Short, timely articles on cutting-edge issues or new developments in global environmental law and climate policy.
6. Forum on Climate Litigation:
Focused discussions on high-profile climate litigation cases, their implications, and broader lessons for legal practice.
7. Sustainable Development Perspectives
Articles addressing the intersection of climate policy, environmental justice, and sustainable development goals (SDGs).
8. Global Perspectives
Contributions from authors around the world, providing diverse insights on global environmental governance challenges.
Additional Features
Open Access: Free and unrestricted online access to ensure global readership and impact.
Special Issues: Regularly curated issues focused on key themes such as biodiversity conservation, renewable energy policies, and climate resilience.
Young Scholars Section: Encouraging contributions from emerging researchers, with mentoring support from senior academics.
Editorial Transparency: Clear guidelines and a rigorous peer-review process to maintain academic integrity and quality.
