CONTRIBUTION FORMATS
Proceedings Content Types
PGRI accepts a range of scholarly contributions that advance evidence, dialogue, policy, and practice across sustainability research. Authors should select the format that best reflects their work.
| Article Type | Purpose | Typical Length |
|---|---|---|
| Original Research Article | Original empirical, theoretical, or methodological findings with clear scholarly contribution. | 6,000–10,000 words |
| Review Article | Critical synthesis of a sustainability topic that identifies knowledge gaps and future directions. | 8,000–12,000 words |
| Policy Analysis | Systematic analysis of policy, law, governance, regulation, or institutional practice. | 4,000–8,000 words |
| Case Study | In-depth examination of a sustainability project, programme, intervention, or initiative. | 4,000–7,000 words |
| Short Communication | Concise report of timely findings, innovative methods, or important observations. | 2,000–4,000 words |
| Technical Report | Practical presentation of technologies, tools, protocols, or methods with sustainability applications. | 3,000–6,000 words |
| Perspective | Evidence-based commentary on emerging questions, debates, or future pathways. | 2,000–4,000 words |
| Conference Report | Critical summary of a significant conference, workshop, or symposium. | 1,500–3,000 words |
Word ranges are guidance, not a substitute for clarity. Each proceedings paper should be concise while providing sufficient information for readers to understand and assess the work.