CONTRIBUTION OF GREEN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS: A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH
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Yeşil yönetim, yeşil dönüşüm sürdürülebilirlik, sürdürülebilir kalkınma amaçları,, (SKA), kurumsal sürdürülebilirlikAbstract
This study is a conceptual research that theoretically examines the relationship between green management practices and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Rather than relying on empirical field data, the study adopts a descriptive and analytical design aimed at explaining the relationships among key concepts. The literature review indicates that green management is not merely an approach focused on environmental protection but also plays a strategic role in enhancing corporate competitiveness, stakeholder trust, and long-term growth. In this context, green management contributes to enabling businesses to fulfill their environmental, social, and economic responsibilities through an integrated approach aligned with sustainable development goals. By incorporating environmental sustainability into corporate strategies, this management approach promotes energy efficiency, reduces carbon emissions, and encourages innovative practices, thereby creating both environmental and competitive advantages. The findings reveal that green management is directly related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In conclusion, green management provides a comprehensive theoretical framework that strengthens the applicability of sustainable development goals at the organizational level.
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