Authors: Dr. Shaifali Tripathi, Dr. Manorama Singhade
Abstract: This study examines how Green Human Resource Management (Green HRM) practices influence employee job satisfaction and quality of work life (QWL) in Indian organizations. As environmental sustainability gains strategic priority, understanding the human dimensions of green initiatives is essential for both scholars and practitioners. A conceptual and empirical review of published literature from 2010 to 2024 was undertaken. Peer-reviewed articles, institutional reports, and case evidence from manufacturing and service sector organizations were analysed to construct a structured framework linking GHRM practices to employee outcomes. Green HRM practices—spanning environmentally conscious recruitment, green training and development, eco-performance appraisal, and green rewards—positively influence employees' sense of purpose, organizational commitment, and overall job satisfaction. Furthermore, organizations embedding sustainability into their people management strategies report measurable improvements in employees' quality of work life, including reduced role stress, enhanced autonomy, and stronger perceived organizational support. The study synthesizes fragmented evidence into a coherent conceptual model that maps specific GHRM dimensions to job satisfaction and QWL outcomes. It contributes original theoretical propositions and offers actionable recommendations for HR practitioners seeking to align human capital strategy with environmental goals
DOI: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20180449
