Authors: Wokoma, Harcourt Opubo , okoh, Emmanuel
Abstract: The increasing perseverance of climate change and environmental depletion has induced organizations globally to have a rethink on traditional business practices. In Nigeria, where organizational expansion and environmental negligence cohabit, greening the workplace appears as a strategic imperative for realizing organizational sustainability. This study explores the concept of workplace greening as a practical and cost-effective approach to promoting sustainable business practices in Nigerian organizations. It studies environmental policies, energy-efficient technologies, waste reduction, employee environmental engagement, and the integration of green human resource management practices as critical enablers of sustainability. Through a qualitative and conceptual analysis, the paper highlights how environmentally conscious organizational culture can lead to long-term economic benefits, enhanced corporate image, regulatory compliance, and improved employee well-being. The study further emphasizes the role of leadership commitment and employee participation in fostering a green workplace. Ultimately, this paper advocates for a paradigm shift in Nigeria’s corporate sector toward sustainability by adopting environmentally responsible practices that align with global sustainable development goals (SDGs). The findings underscore that greening the workplace is not merely an environmental obligation, but a practical pathway to achieving holistic organizational success in Nigeria’s evolving socio-economic landscape.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17300673
