Journal of Centre for Environmental Law Volume III Issue 1 | Law, Technology and Environment | Submit by 30 November
The Centre for Environmental Law, Institute of Law, Nirma University invites original submissions for Volume III, Issue 1 of the Journal of Centre for Environmental Law.
The issue focuses on the theme “Law, Technology and Environment” and welcomes scholarly contributions examining emerging legal questions, technological developments, regulatory challenges, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental governance.
About the Institute of Law, Nirma University
The Institute of Law, Nirma University, was established in 2007 under the vision of Dr. Karsanbhai K. Patel. The Institute focuses on legal education, practical training, research, professional development, and interdisciplinary learning.
About the Journal of Centre for Environmental Law
The Journal of Centre for Environmental Law is a biannual, double-blind peer-reviewed journal dedicated to research and academic discourse in environmental law.
The journal provides a platform for original scholarship addressing contemporary environmental issues and emerging legal developments, with an interdisciplinary focus on law, policy, governance, sustainability, technology, and related fields.
About the Call for Papers
The Centre for Environmental Law is inviting submissions for Volume III, Issue 1 of the journal.
The issue examines the growing relationship between law, technology, and environmental governance. Accordingly, contributors can explore how technological developments affect the identification, regulation, and resolution of environmental challenges.
Theme
Law, Technology and Environment
The theme focuses on the increasing role of technology in environmental regulation and governance. Contributors may examine legal and regulatory questions arising from technological developments and their impact on environmental protection and sustainability.
Suggestive Sub-Themes
- Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Governance
- Digital Technologies and Environmental Monitoring
- Technology, Climate Change and Energy Transition
- Emerging Technologies and Environmental Liability
- Data, Privacy and Environmental Regulation
- Technology, Sustainable Development and Environmental Justice
The listed sub-themes are suggestive and not exhaustive. Contributors may submit research on other relevant topics falling within the broader theme.
Submission Categories
| Category | Word Limit |
|---|---|
| Full-Length Articles | 5,000–10,000 words |
| Research Notes | 3,000–5,000 words |
| Book Reviews | 1,000–1,500 words |
The word limits are exclusive of the abstract and footnotes.
Formatting Guidelines
Submissions should follow these formatting requirements:
- Font: Times New Roman
- Body Text: 12 pt
- Headings & Sub-headings: 14 pt
- Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10 pt
- Line Spacing: 1.5
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides
- Page Size: A4
- Alignment: Justified
- Citation Style: OSCOLA, 4th Edition
- Abstract: 250–300 words
- Keywords: 3–5 keywords below the abstract
- File Formats: Microsoft Word (.docx) and PDF
Submission Guidelines
Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not simultaneously under consideration elsewhere.
Each manuscript must include an abstract of 250–300 words and 3–5 keywords. The manuscript must also be anonymised and should not contain the author’s name, institutional affiliation, or other identifying information. Author details must be provided separately.
A similarity score of up to 15% is permissible, subject to examination of the nature and source of the similarity.
AI-generated content is strictly discouraged for substantive portions of the manuscript. However, AI-based tools may be used for limited language enhancement, proofreading, or grammatical correction. Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, arguments, and sources in their submissions.
Submission Deadline
30 November 2026
Submission Procedure
The anonymised manuscript must be submitted in DOCX and PDF formats through the designated submission form.
Contact Information
Email: centenvlaw.il@nirmauni.ac.in
Editorial Review
The Editorial Board aims to communicate the initial decision within 6–8 weeks of submission. The peer-review process includes preliminary review, substantive review, and final editorial assessment.
Original articles will be assessed by at least two external referees.
