Peer Review Policy

The Journal of Circular Economy Innovations (JCEI) has a clear and rigorous peer review policy focused on speed, constructiveness, and fairness. Key points include:

• The journal employs an independent peer review process managed by a handling editor assigned from the editorial board.

• Manuscripts undergo editorial screening before being sent for anonymous peer review.

• Peer reviewers are selected confidentially by the editorial office without influence from authors or handling editors knowing their identities.

• Reviews are expected to be constructive and timely, and reviewers are compensated with a small honorarium.

• The handling editor makes final decisions on acceptance based on peer review, but is not bound to follow all reviewer recommendations absolutely.

• If a review is deemed insufficient, the editor may request additional reviews.

• The journal adheres to high ethical standards in line with COPE guidelines, including transparency, conflict of interest declarations, and fair treatment.

• Allegations of misconduct are investigated by the journal’s Ethics & Integrity Committee with strict confidentiality.

• Post-publication dialogue and corrections are encouraged to maintain the scientific record.

• Complaints and appeals regarding editorial decisions are considered by a dedicated committee.

This peer review process aims to balance rigor with speed and constructive feedback, supporting authors while ensuring high-quality publications in circular economy research.