1. What inspired the launch of Clean Planet, and how do you envision its role in the environmental science publishing landscape?

Environmental research has long focused on pollution and waste, with significant progress achieved in specialized areas. However, traditional studies often concentrate on single environmental media due to technological and methodological constraints, making it difficult to address the complexity of interconnected processes.

In recent years, research on individual media has advanced quantitatively, and growing attention has been paid to the interactions and transformations among multiple media. Clean Planet was launched to embrace this broader, integrated perspective. Beyond traditional topics, we particularly welcome studies on cross-media environmental processes, multi-interface interactions, and interdisciplinary approaches. By emphasizing interconnected systems and emerging research fields, Clean Planet aims to serve as a unique platform that transcends conventional boundaries and fosters innovation and collaboration across disciplines.

2. What are your expectations for the editorial board and contributors in shaping the journal’s academic impact?

I strongly believe that both our editorial board and our authors play a pivotal role in shaping the identity and success of the journal. The editorial board provides strategic guidance, ensuring that we remain aligned with the latest scientific trends and emerging research areas. Their expertise helps us set a clear direction for the journal’s development and maintain high academic standards.

At the same time, our authors are the true driving force behind the journal’s reputation. The quality, originality, and impact of their work ultimately determine how the journal is perceived within the scholarly community. By publishing rigorous and innovative research, our authors help us build credibility and influence in the field.

3. How do you see Clean Planet contributing to global conversations on sustainability and pollution control?

Clean Planet is designed to be a global platform for dialogue on sustainability and pollution control. We focus on interdisciplinary research because environmental challenges are complex and interconnected.

Our mission is to publish high-quality studies that connect science, policy, and practice, helping decision-makers implement sustainable solutions. The journal is closely aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related to clean water, climate action, and clean energy, such as SDG6 and SDG 13.

Through open access and international collaboration, Clean Planet aims to amplify diverse voices and share knowledge that drives real impact for a cleaner, healthier planet.

4.  How will the journal ensure diversity and inclusion in its editorial board and author base?

At Clean Planet, we have built an editorial board with exceptional geographic diversity, ensuring global perspectives in our decision-making process. This diversity enables us to identify and recommend high-quality research from all regions of the world.

We actively encourage submissions from underrepresented groups and strive to amplify voices that are often overlooked. To further support emerging research communities, we will regularly organize special issues and calls for papers on topics that reflect their unique challenges and opportunities.

Transparency and fairness are at the core of our editorial practices. We are committed to an equitable peer review process that values rigor and inclusivity. Ultimately, Clean Planet aims to serve as an open and collaborative platform where diverse voices come together to advance environmental science and sustainability.

5. What are your long-term goals for the journal in terms of impact, visibility, and indexing?

Looking ahead, we hope Clean Planet will be recognized by the scientific community as a leading journal in environmental research and indexed in major academic databases. More importantly, we want researchers to see Clean Planet as a trusted destination for their best work, a journal they consider first when submitting top-quality research. Our vision is to build a reputation for excellence, inclusivity, and impact, making Clean Planet a key contributor to advancing sustainability worldwide.