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Optimizing Remote Work for a Sustainable Workplace: Strategies to Promote Employee Green Behavior

In: Employee Green Behavior

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  • Nelvin XeChung Leow

    (School of Management and Marketing, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University)

  • Woon Leong Lin

    (School of Management and Marketing, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University)

  • Jing Yi Yong

    (School of Management and Marketing, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University)

  • Siong Choy Chong

    (Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University)

  • Chuen Khee Pek

    (School of Management and Marketing, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University)

  • Feranita Feranita

    (University of Nottingham, Nottingham University Business School China)

Abstract

This chapter examines the relationship between remote workremote work policiespolicies and employee green behavioremployee green behavior (EGB) in sustainable workplaceworkplaces, offering unique contributions by integrating evidence-based strategies tailored to remote and hybrid work environments. Remote workRemote work presents notable environmental benefits, such as reducing commuting emissionscommuting emissions and lowering office energy consumption, while fostering a transition to paperless workflows. These shifts contribute to a reduced organizational carbon footprint and align with sustainability goals. However, increased energy use in home offices and the rise in electronic waste (e-waste) present challenges that can offset these environmental gains. To address these challenges, the chapter highlights novel strategies, including structured e-waste recycling programsrecycling programse-waste recycling programse-waste recycling programse-waste recycling programs, guidance on energy-efficient home office setups, and incentives for green commuting during occasional office visits. For instance, encouraging the use of energy-saving devices, promoting cloud-based solutions, and supporting sustainable practices at home can help mitigate the environmental trade-offs of remote workremote work. Organizations are positioned as key enablers, with policiespolicies that foster EGB through resources, incentives, and education, thereby promoting a culture of environmental responsibility. The chapter introduces a multidimensional framework combining organizational policiespolicies with employee engagementemployee engagement to maximize the sustainability benefits of remote workremote work. This framework emphasizes proactive digital waste reduction, energy-efficient behaviors, and eco-friendly practices that employees can adopt both at home and in hybrid work scenarios. By aligning individual actions with corporate sustainabilitycorporate sustainabilitycorporate sustainability goals, remote workremote work emerges as a powerful tool for achieving environmental stewardship. These insights bridge theoretical frameworks, such as the Theory of Planned BehaviorTheory of Planned Behavior, with practical applications, offering a roadmap for organizations to optimize remote workremote work for sustainability. This chapter advances the discourse on EGB by linking workplaceworkplace policiespolicies with actionable strategies, positioning remote workremote work as a transformative opportunity for environmental impact.

Suggested Citation

  • Nelvin XeChung Leow & Woon Leong Lin & Jing Yi Yong & Siong Choy Chong & Chuen Khee Pek & Feranita Feranita, 2025. "Optimizing Remote Work for a Sustainable Workplace: Strategies to Promote Employee Green Behavior," Springer Books, in: M. Y. Yusliza & Douglas W. S. Renwick & Jing Yi Yong & Nurul Liyana Mohd Kamil (ed.), Employee Green Behavior, pages 97-117, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-981-95-1422-9_6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-1422-9_6
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