Green Human Resource Management: A Systematic Review of Sustainability-Oriented HR Practices
Keywords:
Green Human Resource Management, Sustainability-Oriented HR Practices, Systematic Literature Review, Environmental Management, Sustainable Organizational PracticesAbstract
Amidst rising environmental issues and a global emphasis on sustainability, firms are increasingly urged to implement environmentally responsible practices throughout all operational domains, including Human Resource Management (HRM). This paper examines the critical necessity for a comprehensive understanding of the alignment between HR functions and ecological objectives via Green Human Resource Management (Green HRM). This study aims to thoroughly investigate, classify, and integrate existing academic research on sustainability-focused HR practices, providing a thorough overview of the conceptualization, implementation, and evolution of Green HRM over time. This study employed the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach to assess peer-reviewed articles published from 2010 to 2024, obtained from the Scopus and Web of Science databases. The selection process adhered to PRISMA principles to guarantee transparency and rigor in the inclusion and exclusion of articles. In total, 85 pertinent publications were analyzed and thematically categorized to discern recurring tendencies, theoretical frameworks, and practical implementations. This research is novel due to its comprehensive classification of Green HRM practices across essential HR functions while also highlighting underexamined aspects such as green leadership development and the influence of national culture on the adoption of Green HRM. The results indicate that firms adopting Green HRM contribute to environmental sustainability while simultaneously enhancing employee engagement, innovation, and organizational reputation. This review establishes a solid basis for future research and functions as a strategic framework for HR professionals aiming to integrate sustainability into their HR policies and practices.
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