Strategic Green HRM for Policy Development Toward Zero Emission Zones (ZEZ) in Higher Education Institutions

Eny Nuryani Resmiati (1) , Taufiq Rahmat (2) , Iwan Ardiansyah (3)
(1) Universitas Al-Ghifari,
https://doi.org/10.53675/karismapro.v14i2.1455
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Issue
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2023): KarismaPro
Submitted
2025-07-11
Published
2023-12-01
Keywords: Green HRM, Zero Emission Zone, Higher Education, Sustainability Policy, Design Thinking
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Abstract

The transition toward Zero Emission Zones (ZEZ) in higher education institutions (HEIs) faces systemic challenges, particularly the underutilization of HRM as a strategic driver of sustainability. In many universities, HRM remains focused on administrative functions rather than catalyzing behavioral and institutional transformation aligned with climate goals. This study aims to develop a strategic Green HRM model to support policy development and operational change toward ZEZ implementation in HEIs.Using a Design Thinking approach comprising five stages—empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test—the research explores current practices, identifies institutional barriers, and co-creates solutions across selected Indonesian universities. The findings reveal that integrating green job design, environmental training, eco-based performance indicators, and prophetic leadership significantly enhances staff engagement, reduces energy use, and promotes low-carbon innovation. Pilot testing demonstrates that digital platforms supporting HR-led emission monitoring and incentive structures can accelerate sustainability culture within academic settings.

Authors

Eny Nuryani Resmiati
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Taufiq Rahmat
Iwan Ardiansyah

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Strategic Green HRM for Policy Development Toward Zero Emission Zones (ZEZ) in Higher Education Institutions. (2023). KarismaPro, 14(2). https://doi.org/10.53675/karismapro.v14i2.1455

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