This study examines the influence of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices on organisational sustainability based on survey data from 159 respondents (39 managers and 120 employees) across five service industries in Saudi Arabia. Data were analysed using a multi-level design and hierarchical linear modelling. Findings show that GHRM practices directly enhance sustainability through structural pathways such as recruitment standards and certification, while employee eco-friendly behaviour (E-EFB) partially mediates the link between GHRM and organizational sustainability. The observed E-EFB partial mediation mechanism integrates the Ability-Motivation-Opportunity (AMO) and Social Identity perspectives, as it demonstrates the concurrent operation of behavioural and structural pathways under Saudi Vision 2030. Moreover, presenting evidence from service industries in Saudi Arabia extends prior research in the Gulf Corporation Countries (GCC) beyond the manufacturing contexts. Practically, the study identifies high impact levers like training, performance reviews, and incentives programs that directly influence sustainability, as well as structural elements like certification and hiring. The study offers actionable insights for policymakers seeking to embed sustainability into organisational systems by linking outcomes to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 8, 12, and 13).
This study examines the potential economic ramifications of climate change for individuals residing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This study examines the perceptions of climate change threats among individuals living in these countries and explores the potential impact of their attitudes towards climate change on their economic welfare. The states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are situated in a region that exhibits heightened vulnerability to the impacts of climate change, including rising temperatures, water scarcity, and extreme weather occurrences. The potential outcomes of these factors might result in significant economic ramifications, including a reduction in agricultural output, an escalation in energy use, and the occurrence of infrastructure impairments. The study used a descriptive analytic research methodology, using surveys and secondary data, to examine the economic impact of climate change on residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Through the examination of risk perception and attitudes towards climate change, we get valuable insights into the potential motivations of residents in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states to engage in proactive measures aimed at mitigating the economic consequences associated with climate change. In general, the paper provides valuable insights into the economic ramifications of climate change on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) residents and strategies for motivating individuals to mitigate these consequences. In the paper, traditional values are emphasized, sustainable tourism is encouraged, and diversification is encouraged. Educating the public and integrating technology are important components of water resource management. To navigate the complex landscape of climate change and sustainability, the GCC must leverage both culture and innovation due to its unique position in addressing rapid urbanization, traditional values, and economic challenges.
This study advances our understanding of the multidisciplinary connections between environmental quality, consumer behavior, and financial inclusion by investigating how environmental factors influence consumer adoption of financial services. Using comprehensive panel data spanning 123 countries from 2011–2021, we provide the first causal evidence linking air pollution to financial service adoption patterns, establishing environmental quality as a novel and economically significant determinant of global financial inclusion. This research directly addresses multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly the synergies between environmental improvement (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being; SDG 13: Climate Action), economic development (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth), and infrastructure modernization (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure). MAJOR CONTRIBUTION : We bridge environmental psychology (Gifford, 2014), behavioral finance, and financial inclusion literatures by demonstrating that environmental stressors systematically influence complex economic decisions at a macro level. KEY FINDINGS : A 10 µg/m³ increase in PM2.5 air pollution reduces credit card ownership by 8–12 percentage points and digital payment adoption by 15–18 percentage points. THEORETICAL CONTRIBUTION : We extend Kim and Trusov's (2024) mood-regulating hypothesis from consumer spending to financial service adoption. POLICY SIGNIFICANCE : Meeting WHO air quality guidelines could bring approximately 1.2 billion additional consumers into formal financial markets, representing a 15% increase in global financial inclusion. This reveals critical interdependencies between SDG 13 and SDGs 1, 8, 9. METHODOLOGICAL INNOVATION : Using cross-border pollution spillovers, seasonal wind patterns, and industrial shocks as instrumental variables, we establish causality. JEL Classification: G21, Q53, O33, I15, C23
The prevalence of obesity is rising across the globe. Obesity and weight management have traditionally focused on restrictive diets and pharmacological interventions to suppress appetite. However, these methods often lead to long-term metabolic adaptations that counteract weight loss efforts. Mind-based approaches, including mindfulness and neurolinguistic programming (NLP), offer a sustainable alternative by targeting the cognitive and behavioural mechanisms underlying eating habits. Mind-body medicine is in fact an integrative approach to health that emphasizes the interactions between mental, emotional, and physical processes. Emerging evidence suggests that techniques such as meditation, yoga, biofeedback, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) can significantly impact various physiological systems, including the immune, endocrine, and nervous systems. This article explores the role of NLP and mindfulness in weight control, analysing their efficacy compared to conventional appetite suppression techniques, with a deeper dive into their neurophysiological mechanisms and impact on brain function.
