Editors are vital to Solarlits’ mission of advancing open scientific exchange and making energy research freely accessible worldwide. Acting as subject-matter experts, editors guide the peer-review process with careful oversight to ensure every published article meets the highest standards of quality and integrity. All editorial decisions must be based solely on intellectual merit, maintaining complete fairness and freedom from discrimination. Furthermore, editors are required to adhere strictly to Solarlits’ Research and Publication Ethics Policy, as well as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Core Practices. Through this steadfast commitment, our editors build a trusted foundation of research that serves and strengthens diverse global communities.
The editor holds sole responsibility for determining the suitability of submitted articles for publication in the journal. Editorial decisions to accept or reject a paper are based on several factors, including the manuscript's alignment with the journal's scope, its originality, quality, and relevance. In some cases, the editor may consult with other editors, such as associate editors and members of the editorial board, as well as reviewers, when making these decisions.
To maintain the integrity and fairness of the publication, the editor is committed to ensuring that the peer review process is conducted impartially, without bias, and within a reasonable timeframe. This includes adhering to the following practices:
Beyond the peer review process, the editor works together with the publisher to establish a transparent mechanism for authors to appeal editorial decisions. Rigorous confidentiality is maintained at all times, with the editor safeguarding all submitted materials and communications with reviewers. The editor is obligated to promptly disclose any potential editorial conflicts of interest to the publisher in writing.
