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Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning, and Policy

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About the role

Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning, and Policy is currently recruiting for an Editor-in-Chief. This role is a great opportunity for an academic with a strong research background in economics and policy in Energy, and who also has the commitment, drive and ability to help develop the journal. As part of this role, you will be responsible for the oversight and administration of a rigorous and proper peer review process that delivers an agreed amount of content of suitable scope and quality within an agreed publication timeframe.
We're seeking editors who demonstrate unwavering commitment to publication ethics and integrity. Successful candidates must be well-versed in addressing complex ethical issues including authorship disputes, similarity detection, and conflicts of interest, with the ability to uphold the highest standards of research integrity throughout the peer review process.
Becoming the editor of a journal is a rewarding and fulfilling experience where you have the opportunity to build your own networks, develop and promote the research in your field, and be recognized as a leading figure within the academic community.

About the Journal

Energy Sources, Part B: Economics, Planning and Policy serves as a forum for the reporting and investigation of economic and political trends and issues relating to the use of both fossil and alternate fuel sources.

Energy Sources, Part B looks to publish articles that showcase the current uncertainty regarding the prospects of different technology options, and to highlight both current advancements and needs for further research and demonstration.

Energy Sources, Part B welcomes submissions that explore:

  • Economics of energy resources
  • Technoeconomic analysis and evaluation of energy systems
  • Energy market modelling and design of innovative market mechanisms
  • Management of energy resources
  • Energy system analysis and planning
  • Security and reliability of energy supply
  • Energy system modelling, simulation and scenario development
  • Decentralized energy systems and smart grids
  • Analysis and modelling of energy consumer and producer behavior
  • Energy and climate policy tools
  • Design, evaluation and analysis of energy and climate policy impacts
  • Sustainable energy cities and communities

In view of the:

  • Continuing increases in worldwide energy costs and diminishing accessibility of fossil energy resources
  • Interactions between energy costs and availability and the goal of decarbonization
  • Examination of aspects of technology diffusion and its role in the transition towards a low-carbon economy
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Key Skills and Attributes

Lead Editor - Key Skills

  • Experience in academic publishing and familiarity with all stages of the process.
  • The capacity to devote time each week to the role, and to attend Editorial Board meetings and training sessions as needed.
  • The ability to ensure all submitted manuscripts are considered in a prompt, consistent and professional manner.
  • The ability to confidently use an online peer review management system and ensure members of the editorial team do the same.
  • Experience with working effectively with independent peer reviewers.
  • The ability to read, summarize, and make decisions based on independent reviewer reports.
  • A commitment to communicating promptly, consistently, and professionally with authors during the peer review process.
  • A commitment to engaging promptly and efficiently with Taylor & Francis staff and suppliers to implement necessary processes and improvements.
  • A strong commitment to ethical rigour as well as knowledge of the COPE guidelines and commitment to ensure that the journal adheres to strict ethical standards at all times.
  • A willingness to proactively lead the journal’s Editorial Board, to include arranging and leading Editorial Board meetings.
  • A proven track record as a key opinion leader and known figure within your academic discipline.

The role will formally begin from 1 January 2026.

Application instructions

Applications should include your CV, a Cover Letter and a Vision Statement. Your Vision Statement should be no longer than 1 page and include:

  • Where you believe the field is going, and the journal’s place within it
  • How you would work in partnership with the Editorial Board
  • How you would uphold the journal's standards of research integrity throughout the desk review and peer review process
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The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.