Article Types
CSGS publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarly contributions. All submissions undergo double-blind peer review to ensure the highest standards of integrity.
Summary of Requirements
| Article Category | Word Limit (Incl. Ref) |
|---|---|
| Original Research Articles | 6,000 – 9,000 |
| Review Articles | 8,000 – 20,000 |
| Policy Analysis Papers | 4,000 – 7,000 |
| Methods & Frameworks | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Short Communications | 2,000 – 3,000 |
| Data & AI Reports | 4,000 – 6,000 |
1. Original Research Articles
PRIMARY CATEGORYPresents novel empirical findings, theoretical advancements, or modeling results. Must include a clear research question, robust methodology, and system-level implications.
2. Review Articles
Comprehensive and critical syntheses identified through systematic reviews or meta-analyses. Should identify knowledge gaps and propose future research directions.
3. Policy Analysis Papers
Evidence-based evaluations of climate, sustainability, or risk governance frameworks. Must demonstrate policy relevance and cross-national implications.
4. Methods & Frameworks Papers
Focuses on new modeling approaches, analytical frameworks, and data integration methodologies. Submissions must demonstrate methodological innovation.
5. Short Communications
Rapid-response reports on preliminary findings, innovative datasets, or emerging risks. Significant but concise contributions.
6. Data & AI Reports
SPECIALIZEDDedicated to environmental datasets and machine learning tools for climate systems. Must include reproducibility documentation and repository links.
7. Special Issue Contributions
Guest-edited collections adhering to the same rigorous academic standards and double-blind peer review as regular submissions.
Mandatory Submission Requirements
- Abstract (150–250 words)
- 4–6 Keywords
- Funding Statement
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Data Availability Statement
- APA-style References
