An integrated AHP-EDAS approach for evaluating the green human resource management practices in different industrial sectors of India

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of green human resource management (GHRM) practices on Indian companies of different sectors and to identify the most critical GHRM practices that can lead to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly workplace.

Design/methodology/approach

This study uses an integrated Analytic Hierarchy Process-Evaluation based on Distance from Average Solution approach to determine the importance of 32 GHRM practices classified into eight categories, as identified through literature review and expert consultation. This study also identifies the best sector for GHRM practices in India.

Findings

This study reveals that employee engagement is the most critical practice among all the GHRM practices identified. India’s Information Technology-Enabled Services sector benefited the most from GHRM practices, followed by the Insurance sector.

Originality/value

This study contributes to the literature on GHRM practices and their impact on organisations and sectors. The integrated Analytic Hierarchy Process-Evaluation based on Distance from Average Solution approach used in this study is innovative and can be helpful for Indian companies to prioritise and implement effective GHRM practices.

Citation

Gupta, S. and Bhargava, A. (2025), "An integrated AHP-EDAS approach for evaluating the green human resource management practices in different industrial sectors of India", Management Research Review, Vol. 48 No. 3, pp. 401-438. https://doi.org/10.1108/MRR-01-2024-0064