Call for Papers | Journal of Centre for Environmental Law by Institute of Law, Nirma University [Volume III, Issue 1]: Submit by Nov 30

About The Institute of Law, Nirma University
The Institute of Law, Nirma University, founded in 2007 under the vision of Dr. Karsanbhai K. Patel, seeks to promote academic excellence, innovation and interdisciplinary learning in legal education. The Institute combines rigorous legal education with practical training, research and professional development.
About Journal of Centre for Environmental Law [Volume III, Issue 1]
The Journal of Centre for Environmental Law, Institute of Law, Nirma University, is a biannual, double-blind peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing research and academic discourse in environmental law. It provides a platform for original and rigorous scholarship on contemporary environmental issues and emerging legal developments, with an interdisciplinary focus encompassing law, policy, governance, sustainability, technology and related fields.

About Call For Papers
The Centre for Environmental Law invites original submissions for Volume III, Issue 1 of the Journal of Centre for Environmental Law. The issue seeks contributions examining emerging legal questions, technological developments, regulatory challenges and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental governance.
Eligibility
Submissions must comply with the Journal’s requirements concerning originality, anonymity, relevance, formatting and academic integrity.
Theme
Law, Technology and Environment
The relationship between law, technology and the environment is increasingly important as technological developments transform how environmental problems are identified, regulated and addressed.

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 sub-themes are suggestive in nature and not exhaustive. Contributors may submit research on any other relevant topic falling within the broader theme of Law, Technology and Environment.
Submission Categories
- Full-Length Articles: 5,000–10,000 words
- Research Notes: 3,000–5,000 words
- Book Reviews: 1,000–1,500 words
Word limits are exclusive of the abstract and footnotes.
Formatting Guidelines
- 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 placed below the abstract
- Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) and PDF formats.
Submission Guidelines
Submissions must be original, unpublished and not simultaneously under consideration for publication elsewhere. Each submission should include an abstract of 250–300 words and 3–5 keywords. Manuscripts must be anonymised and must not contain the author’s name, institutional affiliation or other identifying information. Author details and other identifying information should 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; AI-based tools may be used only for limited language enhancement, proofreading or correction of grammatical errors. Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, arguments and sources of their submissions.
Submission Deadline
30th November 2026
Submission Procedure
The anonymised manuscript shall be submitted in DOCX and PDF formats through the designated submission form.
Click Here To Submit.
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Important Note

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 shall be assessed by at least two external referees.
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