The Role of Green Training and Development in Enhancing Organizational Citizenship Behavior for the Environment: A Pathway to Sustainability

Najah Azila Mohamad Azizie, Mohamed Ayyub Hassan, Nur Ainaa Amirah Shahrulnizam, Nur Ainaa Amirah Shahrulnizam and Shah Rollah Abdul Wahab
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Najah Azila Mohamad Azizie: Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Mohamed Ayyub Hassan: Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Nur Ainaa Amirah Shahrulnizam: Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Nur Ainaa Amirah Shahrulnizam: Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Shah Rollah Abdul Wahab: Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 2, 1701-1710

Abstract: This concept paper explores the inbuilt significance of Green Training and Development (GTD) in fostering Organizational Citizenship Behavior for the Environment (OCBE), which is a critical component for attaining sustainable organizational practices. GTD empowers employees with competencies, expertise, and drive to engage in pro-environmental behaviours beyond their specified professional roles. These voluntary actions, defined as OCBE, are essential for connecting organizational sustainability plans with their practical execution. A systematic analysis of the literature was done to provide a thorough perspective on the analysed relationship, emphasising peer-reviewed research publications from 2020 to 2024. The concept paper was sourced from the Web of Science (WoS) and Scopus databases using specific keywords, including “Green Training,†“Organisational Citizenship Behaviour for the Environment,†and “Green HRM.†Through a rigorous selection process, 35 appropriate research studies were identified and analyzed. The results demonstrate that GTD significantly influences OCBE by enhancing employees’ environmental awareness, strengthening their intrinsic motivation, and creating opportunities to actively participate in organizational sustainable practices. The effectiveness of GTD, however, is influenced by factors like supportive leadership, organizational culture, and alignment with broader HRM strategies. Despite its potential, challenges such as resource limitations and cultural differences pose barriers, especially in developing economies. This paper emphasises the necessity of adopting an integrated and dynamic approach in implementing GTD to enhance its effectiveness. Subsequent study should endeavor to empirically validate these findings across diverse contexts and industries, offering essential assistance for organization aiming to improve their environmental performance and conform to global sustainability objectives.

Date: 2025
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