Article Processing ChargesJournal of Weather Changes
Understand how APCs support open access climate research and rapid dissemination.
Transparent APC Policy
Journal of Weather Changes (JWC) publishes peer-reviewed open-access research on atmospheric science, climate variability, extreme weather events, and environmental change. APCs support editorial coordination, peer review management, copyediting, typesetting, and long-term hosting. There are no submission fees and charges apply only after acceptance.
Open access publication ensures that meteorologists, climate scientists, policy teams, and emergency managers can access evidence without subscription barriers.
What the APC Supports
Editorial Management
Specialist editors and reviewers maintain scientific rigor and ethical standards.
Production Quality
Professional copyediting and layout improve clarity for researchers and practitioners.
Discovery
Metadata, DOI registration, and indexing workflows improve visibility and citation.
Archiving
Secure hosting preserves climate and weather research for long-term access.
APC Timeline
When fees apply
Submission
- No fees at submission or during peer review.
- Editorial screening confirms scope and ethics.
Decision
- APCs are communicated only after acceptance.
- Editors do not participate in billing decisions.
Publication
- Invoice provided with documentation.
- Article published open access with DOI and indexing.
Waivers and Funding
JWC considers waiver or discount requests for authors with limited funding. Requests are evaluated fairly and do not influence editorial decisions.
Many funders and institutions allow APCs as eligible expenses. We provide invoices and compliance documentation.
| Support Option | How It Works | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Institutional Funds | Library or research office covers APCs. | Coordinate early. |
| Grant Budget | APCs included in project expenses. | We provide invoices. |
| Waiver or Discount | Reduced APC based on need. | Request before acceptance. |
Billing and Documentation
Invoices are issued after acceptance with payment instructions and reference details. We can provide pro forma invoices for procurement workflows.
Collaborative projects can split APCs across institutions. Provide billing contacts to avoid delays.
APC Questions
Charges apply only after acceptance. There are no submission fees.
No. Editorial decisions are based on scientific merit and ethical compliance.
Yes. Provide billing contacts and we can coordinate invoices and receipts.
Ready to Submit Your Research?
Publish your weather and climate research with open access visibility and strong editorial support.
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Support Access
APCs help keep critical climate evidence open to researchers, agencies, and communities that depend on timely data and risk planning for resilience decisions and preparedness globally.
