An Overview of the Challenging Role of Green Human Resource Management towards Sustainability

In the contemporary era of globalization and innovations, protection of our environment and preservation of natural resources for the future generations has become a crucial aspect, and thus, raises a call for Sustainability. This, in turn has paved a route to the emergence of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) in order to incorporate green culture within the organization in order to balance environmental risks and societal needs. The research studied GHRM and its pivotal role in promoting green or sustainable practices, thereby achieving sustainability. Green HRM refers to eco-friendly practices that helps organizations comply with the environmental regulations and achieve its sustainability goals. GHRM is an emerging and growing concept and therefore, needs to be researched extensively, to explore the benefits associated with the implementation of these practices. Several research papers have been reviewed from various databases, and the existing literature has been explored in depth to understand its growing importance and challenges. The research paper highlights the major dimensions of Green HRM practices and the significant role, they play in the organization towards fulfilling societal and environmental goals and thus, gaining a competitive edge in the industry. The paper also focuses on the emerging trends of green HRM initiatives in India. There has been limited research on GHRM, especially among developing nations, and thus, provides more scope for research. Certain suggestions have been added to the existing knowledge base. The paper would be helpful to organizations to understand GHRM practices in depth, and implement GHRM practices in future, as it highlights the benefits of these practices.