About the Journal

Journal of Sustainable Transitions [JST] -  eISSN: TO BE ASSIGNED| DOI: 10.35738

The Journal of Sustainable Transitions is an interdisciplinary journal committed to exploring the role of creativity in advancing sustainable development. It serves as a platform for research, dialogue, and innovation at the intersection of sustainability science, engineering, materials, built environment, the creative arts, design, sustainable production and consumption that supports the transition towards a greener future. 

The Journal of Sustainable Transitions publishes research articles, reviews, short communications, and commentaries. The Journal of Sustainable Transitions has a highly efficient editorial team that ensures that publication times are shorter, as papers are published shortly after peer review. This journal is published by the Institute of Textiles & Fashion Professionals – Ghana (ITFP-GH). 

The Editorial team is committed to ensuring the content of works published is ethically sound and does not breach any publishing ethics.

All manuscripts are checked using plagiarism detection Software. All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review before an editorial decision is made. Journal of Sustainable Transitions encourages experts to submit their CVs via jsustrans@itfpgh.com for consideration as reviewers.

5 days

Time to first decision

45 days

Manuscript's review time 

90 days

Submission to acceptance

10 days

Acceptance to publication

 

Aim and Scope

The journal aims to support systemic transitions toward more equitable, resilient, and ecologically sound societies. It aligns closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:

  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – by promoting sustainable design and urban innovation.
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – through research on circular economy practices in creative industries.
  • SDG 13: Climate Action – by showcasing creative responses to climate challenges.
  • SDG 4: Quality Education – by fostering sustainability education through creative pedagogy.
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – by encouraging interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration.

The journal welcomes contributions that integrate theory and practice, challenge dominant paradigms, and propose new models of living and making. Topics include eco-design, regenerative architecture, environmental storytelling, community-led sustainability initiatives, and the cultural dimensions of ecological transitions.

By bridging academic research with real-world impact, the Journal of Sustainable Transitions seeks to empower creative communities to lead in shaping a sustainable future. It values diverse methodologies, global perspectives, and inclusive approaches that reflect the complexity of sustainability challenges.

Ultimately, the journal aspires to be a catalyst for change, fostering creative solutions that contribute meaningfully to the achievement of the SDGs.

 

Open Access

Journal of Sustainable Transitions is an Open Access Journal, which is a vital part of ITFP-GH’s commitment to advancing unfettered access to scientific literature and ensuring a transparent world of research where researchers can share scientific literature and utilize each other’s work to advance the frontiers of knowledge. 

Journal of Sustainable Transitions offers an extensive range of open-access options to meet the varied desires of academic institutions and communities, funders, and researchers globally, without compromising quality, research integrity, and rigorous peer review. Thus, the Journal of Sustainable Transitions will continually support researchers in accessing the knowledge they require, irrespective of the model under which it will be published.

 

License

All works published in the Journal of Sustainable Transitions are licensed under a Creative Common Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. 

 

Copyright

For all articles published in the Journal of Sustainable Transitions, Copyright © is retained by the Authors.

 

Transparency Statement for Journal of Sustainable Transitions

  1. Journal Ownership: Journal of Sustainable Transitions is owned and published by the Institute of Textiles and Fashion Professionals, Ghana (ITFP-GH)
  2. Peer Review Process: The journal operates a double-blind, anonymous peer review model. All articles undergo an initial assessment by the journal editor. If they are suitable for consideration, articles will then be reviewed by a minimum of two external reviewers to assess suitability for publication. Final responsibility for editorial decisions rests with the Editor-in-Chief or the Associate Editors assigned to the journal.
  3. Editorial team/contact information: Contact details for the editorial team can be found on the journal homepage. Queries may also be directed via email at: itfpgh@gmail.com
  4. Copyright: All articles in the journal are published Open Access under a Creative Common Attribution-ShareAlike0 International License (CC BY-SA 4.0). This allows authors to retain the copyright of their work whilst others can share, use and build upon this work created on the basis that appropriate attribution is given.
  5. Author Fees: Article Processing Charges (APCs) apply, and details can be found in the APC section of the journal homepage.
  6. Allegations of Misconduct: In the event of any allegation of research or publication misconduct, the publisher and editor will adhere to COPE guidelines in dealing with such allegations.
  7. Conflicts of interest: Authors are asked to declare any financial or ethical conflicts of interest upon submitting their work to the journal.
  8. Frequency: The journal operates a continuous publication model.
  9. Access: All journal articles are published in Open Access under CC BY-SA 4.0.
  10. Advertising: The journal does not accept direct advertising.
  11. Archiving: Contents of the journal are digitally preserved in PKP PLN. Journal of Sustainable Transitions is applying for other preservation schemes.