Green human resource management, energy saving behavior and environmental performance: a systematic literature review
International Journal of Energy Sector Management
ISSN: 1750-6220
Article publication date: 25 July 2024
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing literature on green human resource management (GHRM) and its correlation with environmental performance (EP) and energy saving behavior (ESB) by using the PRISMA methodology.
Design/methodology/approach
A thorough examination was undertaken involving a total of 25 articles which included a diverse range of years and geographic areas.
Findings
The findings suggest a growing emphasis on the intersection of GHRM, EP and ESB, supported by a substantial increase in research in recent times. The literature in question was mostly contributed by Malaysia, Pakistan, Canada and Thailand. Majority of research endeavors were carried out within the context of manufacturing companies. The studies under scrutiny mostly used quantitative research methodologies and often applied the resource-based view (RBV) and theory of planned behavior (TPB) frameworks to investigate the relationships between GHRM, ESB and EP. In addition, structural equation modeling (SEM) has garnered significant attention as a commonly used analytical methodology. This analysis emphasizes the growing importance of GHRM strategies such as green recruiting, green performance management and green remuneration, in fostering sustainable organizational results.
Originality/value
This work offers significant contributions to the existing body of research in this particular sector; shedding light on its present condition and pinpointing prospective avenues for future inquiries.
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Acknowledgements
Funding: This study received no external funding.
Ethical approval: Not applicable as the study made use of no human or animal subject.
Consent to participate: Not applicable as the study made use of no human or animal subject.
Consent to publish: Not applicable.
Authors contributions: Utbee Monther Hussian Sahan and Amar Hisham Hisham Jaaffar conceptualised the study, wrote the initial draft. The background was written by Utbee Monther Hussian Sahan, literature section was carried out by Amar Hisham Hisham Jaaffar, the methodology and results were handled by Romanus Osabohien. All authors wrote the paper.
Competing interests: The authors declare no competing interest of any form.
Availability of data: Data will be made available upon reasonable request.
Citation
Sahan, U.M.H., Jaaffar, A.H.H. and Osabohien, R. (2024), "Green human resource management, energy saving behavior and environmental performance: a systematic literature review", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-01-2024-0013
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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