Green Hrm: Enhancing Organizational Sustainability through Employee Engagement and Eco-Friendly Practices

Abstract

The term "Green Human Resource Management" (Green HRM) predominantly signifies the pivotal role of HRM policies and practices in advancing the broader corporate environmental agenda. It encompasses leveraging every employee as a proponent of sustainable practices while concurrently fostering heightened awareness and commitment to sustainability. Green HRM is operationally defined as the implementation of environmentally friendly HR initiatives that culminate in heightened organizational efficiency, reduced costs, and elevated levels of employee engagement. This paradigm embraces various green activities, such as video recruitment, online and video interviews, electronic reporting, car sharing, job sharing, teleconferencing, virtual interviews, recycling programs, remote work policies, online training, and the optimization of energy- efficient office spaces. The adoption of Green HR initiatives not only facilitates cost reduction but also contributes to the retention of top talent within organizations. Positioning Green HRM as a strategic initiative underscores its role in promoting sustainable business practices. The cultivation of a green culture is posited as a powerful influence on employee behavior, instilling values that contribute to the development of an internal culture aligned with environmental stewardship. It is posited that such environmentally conscious behavior is instrumental in establishing a culture of Green Human Resource Management and the adoption of formal environmental strategies. The integration of Green HR practices into HR processes, including recruitment, training, and compensation, is emphasized as a key element in realizing the full potential of Green HRM. This study captures the perceptions of 120 HR Managers from Pune regarding the benefits and efficacy of Green HRM, providing insights into its transformative impact on organizational sustainability. Keywords: Green HRM, Organizational Sustainability, Employee Engagement, Eco- Friendly Practices.