All manuscripts submitted to International Journal of Energy Systems Planning and Optimization (ESPO) undergo a rigorous and fair blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and relevance of published content.
Initial Screening:
The editorial office checks each submission for scope, formatting, and plagiarism. Manuscripts that do not meet basic requirements may be returned to the authors without review.
Editor Assignment:
Submissions passing the initial screening are assigned to an appropriate Associate Editor or Subject Editor based on the topic.
Reviewer Selection:
At least two independent reviewers with expertise in the manuscript's subject area are invited to evaluate the submission.
Blind Review:
The reviewer identities are concealed during the review to ensure impartiality.
Reviewer Evaluation:
Reviewers assess the manuscript based on originality, technical soundness, clarity, methodology, significance, and relevance to the journal's scope.
Editorial Decision:
Based on the reviewers' comments and recommendations, the editor makes one of the following decisions:
Accept
Minor Revision
Major Revision
Reject
Revision and Resubmission:
Authors are given the opportunity to revise their manuscript in response to reviewer feedback. Revised manuscripts may undergo further review.
Final Decision and Publication:
Once accepted, the manuscript proceeds to copyediting, typesetting, and online publication.
Initial decision: Usually within 2–3 weeks of submission
Final acceptance: Dependent on revision cycles and reviewer availability
We are committed to maintaining a transparent, constructive, and timely review process, and we greatly value the contributions of our expert reviewers in upholding the integrity and quality of the journal.