Driving Green Innovation
Unlocking Strategies for Effective Green Human Resource Management Implementation in Ghana
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22006759 |
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| Authors | Lois Tweneboa Kodua (0009-0002-7255-9439, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China), Zhao Shurong (University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, corresponding author), Peter Darko Adjei (Zhejiang Normal University), Dennis Asante (0000-0001-6966-7354, Flinders University), Bright Okyere Ofosu (University of Electronic Science and Technology of China), Gloria Tweneboa Kodua (University of Ghana) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Publication date | 2025-10-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | SAGE Open (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2158-2440 • E-ISSN: 2158-2440 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/21582440251398621 |
| OpenAlex | W4417031662 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 97 |
This study investigates strategies for implementing Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) in Ghanaian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Using a structured questionnaire, data was collected from 199 respondents across various organizational roles. The analysis employed non-parametric techniques, including the Kruskal-Wallis H test, Wilcoxon signed-rank test, and Kendall’s W to rank 18 identified GHRM strategies. The findings highlight the top five strategies: accessing green grants and subsidies, conducting a cost-benefit analysis, implementing strict regulations and enforcement, fostering a green leadership and organizational culture, and utilizing green rating and labeling. The study makes theoretical contributions to the Resource-Based View (RBV) by highlighting how internal resources and capabilities can foster environmental sustainability in SMEs. Practically, the study provides a ranked strategy framework to guide policymakers, managers, and stakeholders in developing effective GHRM practices within resource-constrained settings. The study emphasizes the importance of aligning financial, cultural, and regulatory strategies to support Green human resource management in emerging economies such as Ghana
Human resource management · Human resource management system · Human resources · Performance Management · Sustainability · Sustainable transport · Environmental Sustainability in Business · Sustainability in Higher Education · Sustainable Development and Policies
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