HR’s Role in Financing Green Supply Chain Transformations

Abstract

This transition should also be to a green supply chain transformation as far as sustainable development is concerned, especially for developing economies like Pakistan. This study investigates the importance of Human Resources (HR) in funding green supply chain changes specific to Pakistan. The current study used mixed methods, employing quantitative data gathering with the organizational survey and qualitative study of expert interviews to assess HR's strategic influence on green financing decisions. The findings suggest that HR is instrumental in securing funding, establishing an organizational culture that values environmental practices, and the engagement of employees in green initiatives. Other bottlenecks have also been considered, such as regulatory limitations, financial restraints, and skills gaps vis-a-vis sustainable supply chain practices.  HR has great potential to align sustainability financially and strategically with business performance, as observed from the research. The findings have valuable implications thus for policymakers, corporate leaders, and HR professionals in the quest to fast-track green supply chain transformation in Pakistan.

Keywords: Green Supply Chain, Sustainability, Green Financing, Human Resources (HR), Pakistan, Supply Chain Transformation, Sustainable Development, Organizational Culture, HR Strategy.