EFFECT OF GREEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE AMONG MANUFACTURING SMES IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

This study examines the impact of various green HR practices on environmental performance among 141 SMEs in Katsina, Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) in SPSS was used to analyze the data. The regression analysis reveals that Green Training, Green Employee Acquisition, and Green Health and Safety have a significant impact on enhancing environmental performance. This supports the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory, which emphasizes the importance of unique and valuable resources. Conversely, Green Discipline Management did not show a significant impact, indicating the need for tailored approaches to green initiatives. These findings underscore the strategic value of investing in green training and recruitment while highlighting the necessity for robust health and safety measures. The study's limitations, including its cross-sectional design and potential self-reporting biases, suggest avenues for future research further to explore the dynamics of green HR practices in SMEs.