Journal of Marine Environmental Policy & Governance
About the Journal
The Journal of Marine Environmental Policy & Governance (JMEPG) is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing high-quality research on the governance, management, and sustainability of the world’s oceans, coasts, and marine resources. The journal publishes innovative studies spanning policy analysis, marine environmental science, fisheries governance, ocean sustainability, socio-ecological systems, and qualitative community-based research.
JMEPG offers a platform for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and coastal communities to engage in critical reflection, evidence-based policy development, and interdisciplinary collaboration aimed at improving marine environmental outcomes towards enhanced planetary sustainability. The journal promotes rigorous scholarship while fostering dialogue across sectors to inform real-world governance and decision-making.
Article publishing Open Access
Article Publishing Charge (APC): USD 350 (excluding taxes).
3 days
Submission to first decision
38 days
Submission to decision after review
90 days
Submission to acceptance
5 days
Acceptance to online publication
Aims and Scope
Ocean Governance & Policy
Research on the design, effectiveness, and implementation of marine environmental policies, governance frameworks, regulatory mechanisms, and compliance strategies at local, national, and international scales.
Climate Change & Ocean Resilience
Studies exploring the effects of climate variability, ocean warming, extreme weather, sea-level rise, and climate adaptation planning in marine and coastal systems.
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) & Conservation Planning
Studies examining the effectiveness, design, management, and social acceptance of MPAs, including compliance, enforcement, stakeholder engagement, and ecosystem outcomes.
Fisheries Management & Marine Resource Use
Studies addressing sustainable fisheries, small-scale and industrial fishing governance, socio-economic dynamics, fisher ecological knowledge, community participation, policy implementation, and conflict resolution in marine resource management.
Socio-Ecological Systems & Human Dimensions of Oceans
Interdisciplinary research linking ecological health with human livelihoods, cultural practices, coastal development, indigenous knowledge, community stewardship, and environmental justice.
Ocean Economics, Blue Economy & Sustainable Development
Work that connects marine policy to economic growth, sustainability transitions, ecosystem services, maritime industries, and equitable benefit-sharing by all stakeholders.
Marine Pollution, Plastics & Environmental Health
Research focused on marine debris, microplastics, chemical pollution, ecosystem impacts, monitoring strategies, mitigation programmes, and policy interventions aimed at protecting marine biodiversity and coastal communities.
Indigenous, Local & Traditional Ecological Knowledge
Contributions integrating community-based or indigenous perspectives into marine governance, co-management, monitoring, ocean stewardship, and fisheries policy.
Interdisciplinary & Transdisciplinary Approaches
JMEPG values research that bridges environmental science, law, policy, social sciences, economics, ethics, and governance studies to propose holistic ocean solutions.
In an era of accelerating environmental change, geopolitical ocean pressures, and rapid coastal development, understanding and improving marine governance is more vital than ever. JMEPG provides a global platform for examining marine policy effectiveness, showcasing solutions, and shaping the future of sustainable ocean management.
We welcome quality academic submissions from scholars, practitioners, NGOs, policymakers, and community stakeholders working toward a healthier and more equitable ocean future.
Authors are requested to provide a clear statement outlining:
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Novelty of the research
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Significance relative to existing knowledge
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Relevance to marine environmental governance and policy
Editorial Board
The Journal of Marine Environmental Policy & Governance is supported by a distinguished international Editorial Board comprising leading scholars, policymakers, practitioners, marine ecologists, fisheries experts, legal specialists, and social scientists. Our Board ensures rigorous peer review, academic integrity, and high-quality contributions that shape the future of marine governance worldwide.