Mapping the Landscape of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM): A Bibliometric Approach

This paper employs a bibliometric approach to comprehensively map the landscape of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM), addressing the absence of systematic analyses in the existing literature. GHRM, encompassing strategies fostering employee environmental awareness, has become pivotal as organizations recognize the need for sustainable practices among Asian countries. The study employs VOSviewer and Biblioshiny to analyze bibliographic data from the Web of Science (WoS) database from 2015 to 2024; search queries incorporating keywords such as “Green HRM”, “Eco-friendly HR practices”, and “Sustainable HRM” are formulated to capture the breadth of research in this field. We found 198 papers related to the GHRM in the Asian Context for analysis. They are revealing co-authorship networks, keyword co-occurrence, and citation patterns. Key objectives include identifying research themes, distribution across journals, and influential authors. Findings highlight the rise of GHRM as a pivotal component of sustainable business strategies, with China, Pakistan, and Malaysia leading in contributions. Central themes such as sustainability, green supply chain management, and environmental performance are underpinned by foundational works from prominent researchers and offer a nuanced understanding of GHRM’s current state and provide valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to advance organizational sustainability. We found a forward-looking research agenda emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches, global inclusivity, and integration with corporate social responsibility and ESG frameworks. By consolidating existing knowledge and highlighting trends, this study contributes to the ongoing dialogue on creating green workplaces and eco-friendly practices, emphasizing the importance of integrating environmentally sustainable practices into HR strategies.