GREEN HRM PRACTICES AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON EMPLOYEE ENVIRONMENTAL BEHAVIOR: A STUDY IN CHENNAI-BASED IT COMPANIES

Abstract

Environmental sustainability has become a strategic priority for modern organizations, especially in the IT sector where a strong corporate reputation and social responsibility significantly influence organizational success. This study investigates the influence of Green human resource management (Green HRM) practices on employee environmental behavior in Chennai-based IT organizations. The research focuses on eight key independent variables—Green recruitment and selection, Green training and development, Green performance appraisal, Green compensation and reward system, Green employee engagement initiatives, Green organizational culture, Green workplace infrastructure and facilities, and Green policies and environmental compliance practices. Employee Green environmental behavior serves as the dependent variable. Primary data were collected from 300 it employees using a structured questionnaire based on a five-point likert scale. Statistical tools such as descriptive analysis, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression were used. The results revealed that all eight Green HRM practices show significant positive correlations with employee environmental behavior. Regression analysis indicates that Green organizational culture, Green training and development, and Green policies are the strongest predictors. The findings highlight the critical role of Green HRM practices in fostering environmentally responsible behavior among employees. The study provides practical insights for IT organizations aiming to strengthen sustainability performance and promote Green workplace culture.