About the Journal

The VL Journal of Energy Research is a peer-reviewed, international journal dedicated to publishing innovative, high-quality research in the rapidly evolving field of energy. As an open-access journal, we ensure that cutting-edge research is accessible to scientists, engineers, policymakers, and practitioners across the globe—free of charge. Our commitment to open science promotes the widespread dissemination of knowledge that addresses the urgent global challenges of sustainable energy production, consumption, and policy.

Aims & Scope

Our mission is to advance global understanding and innovation in energy by providing unrestricted access to the latest research. We focus on a broad spectrum of energy topics and aim to connect academic and industry researchers, as well as policymakers and environmental advocates, to inspire solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future. Our scope includes but not limited to:

  • Renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal)
  • Energy storage systems and smart grid technologies
  • Energy policy, economics, and social impact studies
  • Advances in energy efficiency and sustainable development
  • Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies
  • Environmental impacts of energy production

By embracing open access, we support greater visibility for authors and ensure that their work reaches a wider, diverse audience, thereby enhancing the global impact of their research.

Why Open Access?

The VL Journal of Energy Research (Open Access) believes that knowledge should be freely available to everyone. As part of our open-access policy, all articles are published under a Creative Commons license, ensuring that:

  • Research can be freely accessed, downloaded, and shared by anyone, anywhere.
  • No subscription fees are required, making it accessible to a global audience, including researchers in developing countries.
  • Authors retain the rights to their work, ensuring proper credit and wide dissemination.

All articles are published under a Creative Commons license, making them freely downloadable and shareable while ensuring proper attribution to the authors.

Article Processing Charges

As part of our commitment to open access, an article processing charge (APC) of USD 250 is charged to authors upon the acceptance of a manuscript. This fee supports the journal's operational costs, including peer review, editorial services, and publication, ensuring the high quality and accessibility of our content. However, we also offer discounts and waivers for authors from low- and middle-income countries upon an evaluation on a case-to-case basis.