UCSI University is a top-ranking private university in Malaysia and the only university in the world to make the top QS Recognition for Improvement. Propelled by its leading-edge academia, the university is renowned for its leadership in academic pursuits and engagement with industry and community. The university moved up to 63 spots to be ranked the world’s top 284th university and placed among the top 0.9% of the world’s universities. The university is quickly making a name for itself in research and innovation and has distinguished itself as a higher learning institution with a track record of having quality academicians and researchers with a global presence since its establishment in 1986. Currently, all UCSI University’s programmes have received a 100% employability score from the Malaysian Higher Education Ministry’s Graduate Employability 2021 survey, making its graduates highly employable in the job market..
PurposeThis research examines the relationship between green intellectual capital (GRIC), blockchain technology (BCT), green manufacturing (GM) and sustainable performance in large manufacturing firms.Design/methodology/approachCross-sectional data were gathered from manufacturers, and partial least square structural equation modeling was employed to examine the proposed hypotheses.FindingsThe outcomes elucidated that GRIC, which includes green human capital (GRHC), green structural capital (GRSC) and green relational capital (GRRC), has enabled the implementation of GM and BCT. Furthermore, GM and BCT have a positive relationship with all three dimensions of sustainability performance.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings provide a policy framework for practitioners, decision makers and legislators to enhance GM in firms as its implementation gives a competitive position, enhances profitability, enable to meet customers' demands and improves societal safety and help preserving natural environment.Originality/valueThe current research is novel in that it discusses in depth mechanic on GRIC, BCT and GM. This study enhances the comprehension of the intellectual capital-based view and dynamic capabilities theory by postulating that GRIC has a significant role in the adoption of GM and BCT, which further affects sustainable performance.
Electrical and electronic equipment waste has become a significant issue in solid waste management worldwide. The purchase of second-hand electronic gadgets (SHEG) has been linked to waste prevention efforts, making it an important area of research. This study investigates the factors that influence consumers’ attitudes and intentions towards purchasing SHEG. To achieve this goal, knowledge, attitudes, practice theory, and the theory of consumption values were integrated to develop the research framework. A total of 505 usable responses were collected in China through convenience sampling. Partial least squares structural equation modeling was employed to perform the analysis. The results indicate that knowledge of electronic gadgets, perceived consumer effectiveness, and perceived trust in SHEG quality positively influence attitudes towards SHEG. The intention to consume SHEG is directly affected by knowledge, perceived trust, and attitude, and indirectly by knowledge, perceived consumer effectiveness, and perceived trust through attitude. Attitude and intention to consume SHEG significantly affected consumption. Perceived trust affects the consumption of SHEG through attitude. Moreover, knowledge, perceived trust, and attitude influence SHEG consumption through the intention to consume it. Additionally, functional quality value moderates the association between SHEG intention and consumption. These findings provide valuable insights into SHEG, which can guide policymakers and practitioners to improve their marketing strategies.
As the world has started to worry about global warming and sustainable business practices, manufacturers are under pressure to become environmentally friendly without sacrificing productivity and profits. This study seeks to analyse the impact of green logistics and green technology on economic performance via green operational performance among International Organization for Standardization ISO 14,001-certified manufacturing firms in Malaysia. Drawing data from a sample of 128 enterprises and applying partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM), the results demonstrate that the adoption of green logistics and green technologies greatly improves operational performance, which in turn improves economic performance. However, their direct effects on financial performance are low, and operational performance is an important intermediary. The results indicate the strategic nature of the environmental program, beyond compliance, for performance. This study adds to the knowledge of performance management by providing empirical research from a developing country and practical considerations for managers who seek to balance sustainability and profitability.
PurposeThis study aims to examine how energy transition, sustainable development, total natural resources, environmental innovation and trade influence initial public offering (IPO) activity across G8 countries from 1990 to 2023. The study also examines how the effectiveness of environmental policy moderates these relationships.Design/methodology/approachUsing panel estimations, we employ feasible generalised least squares (FGLS) as the primary estimator, supported by fixed- and random-effects for baseline comparison and the augmented mean group for robustness.FindingsThe macroeconomic variables of energy transition, environmental innovation, environmental regulation and trade are found to have a significant effect on IPO activity across G8 countries. These results indicate the importance of sustainability-driven factors in shaping IPO behaviour. Moreover, environmental regulation strengthens these positive relationships by enhancing legitimacy and boosting investor confidence. All results remain robust under augmented mean group robustness checks.Originality/valueThe study examines how macroeconomic forces shape IPO activity in G8 countries.
Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) convert the chemical energy in organic substrates into electricity while treating wastewater, offering a path toward energy-positive sanitation, yet practical deployment remains limited by low and unstable power output. Anode modification is the primary strategy to overcome this, enhancing surface area, conductivity, and biocompatibility to accelerate microbial attachment and extracellular electron transfer (EET). This review integrates ROSES (RepOrting standards for Systematic Evidence Syntheses) synthesizes findings from 29 high-quality studies published between January 2020 and May 2025 on anode modification strategies. This review aim to elucidate the interdependency of the anode surface chemistry and the developed biofilm and the electrochemical parameters that directly limit power production. The analysis organizes findings around five themes, namely (1) material selection for anode fabrication; (2) surface modification techniques; (3) biofunctionalization approaches; (4) impact on electrochemical and treatment performances; (5) scalability, cost, and environmental implications. The findings demonstrate the primary role of the anode–biofilm interface in wastewater MFCs, by optimizing carbon anodes for hydrophilicity, high interfacial capacitance, and nano-engineered surfaces to accelerate electroactive colonization and extracellular electron transfer, which translates to higher power, better Coulombic efficiency, and stronger pollutant removal. Overall, the review links anode modifications to improved MFCs.
