Call for Papers | RMLNLU Journal | Energy Laws and Sustainable Development | Submit by 30th May 2026

Call for Papers | RMLNLU Journal | Energy Laws and Sustainable Development | Submit by 30th May 2026

Call for Papers: RMLNLU Journal, Vol. 18 (2026)

Theme: Energy Laws and Sustainable Development: Global Perspectives
Submission Deadline: May 30, 2026

About the Journal:

The RMLNLU Journal, published by Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow, is the University’s flagship peer-reviewed law journal. Indexed in the UGC-CARE List and the Indian Citation Index (ICI), the Journal is widely recognized for its academic rigor and contribution to contemporary legal scholarship.

The full text of past volumes is available on SCC Online Database and the University’s Institutional Repository (SHODHPRAVAH).

Theme for Vol. 18 (2026):

The upcoming volume focuses on Energy Laws and Sustainable Development: Global Perspectives, inviting contributions that critically engage with pressing issues in energy governance, climate change, and sustainable development.

Suggested Sub-Themes:

• Climate Change Governance and Energy Transition
• Comparative Perspectives on National Energy Policies
• Energy Justice and Equitable Access to Energy
• India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission: Legal Framework Analysis
• International Energy Law and Global Cooperation
• Legal Regulation of Smart Grids and AI-Driven Energy Management
• PM Surya Ghar Yojana and Rooftop Solar: Policy and Legal Assessment
• Regulatory Challenges in Emerging Energy Technologies
• Renewable Energy Laws and Policy Frameworks
• Sustainable Development Goals and Energy Governance
• Any other issues related to international energy law and policy

Submission Guidelines:

Formatting

• Language: English
• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point, 1.15 spacing
• Footnotes: Times New Roman, 10-point, single spacing
• Headings: Capital letters, centered

Word Limit

• Abstract: 350–500 words (with 5 keywords)
• Articles: 3000–5000 words
• Notes & Comments: 2000–3000 words

Referencing

• Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation, 21st edition
• Footnote style citations only

Originality & Integrity

• Similarity Index: ≤10% (as per UGC Academic Integrity Regulations, 2018)
• AI-generated content: ≤10%
• Generative AI content is not permissible

Authorship Guidelines:

• Eligible Contributors: Teachers, academicians, senior lawyers, and jurists
• Advocates must mention their BAR Registration Number and court affiliation
• Preference for single authorship; co-authorship allowed for up to 2 authors (only for research articles)
• Co-authorship not permitted for case comments, notes, or book reviews
• Student submissions are not accepted
• Preference given to authors who have not published in RMLNLUJ (2024 & 2025)

Important Details:

• Deadline: May 30, 2026
• Submission Link:

• Contact: journal@rmlnlu.ac.in

For More Information:

This call for papers offers an excellent opportunity for legal scholars and practitioners to contribute to critical debates on energy law, sustainability, and global governance. By engaging with contemporary challenges, contributors can help shape discourse on equitable energy access and sustainable development.

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