Green Supply Chain Management Practices in Pakistani Manufacturing Industries: A Comparative Study

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Lecturer, Department of Business Administration, University of Swat.

M.Phil. Scholar, Department of Commerce and Management Sciences,  University of Malakand.

Abstract

This study investigates the adoption and implementation of Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) practices across various manufacturing sectors in Pakistan. A quantitative analysis was conducted using data collected from 387 manufacturing firms spanning textile, automotive, chemical, and food processing industries. The research examines the drivers, barriers, current implementation levels, and performance outcomes of GSCM practices. Results indicate significant variations in GSCM adoption across industries, with the textile and automotive sectors demonstrating higher implementation rates compared to chemical and food processing industries. Key drivers include international market pressures, regulatory compliance, and cost-saving opportunities, while primary barriers encompass financial constraints, lack of technical expertise, and inadequate infrastructure. The study provides theoretical contributions to GSCM literature in developing economies and practical implications for policymakers and industry leaders seeking to enhance environmental sustainability in Pakistan's manufacturing sector. Findings suggest that tailored industry-specific interventions and supportive government policies could significantly accelerate GSCM adoption across Pakistani manufacturing industries.

Keywords: Green supply chain management, sustainability, Pakistani manufacturing, environmental management, comparative analysis, industrial ecology, sustainable operations, developing economies