The Effects of Operational Efficiency and Environmental Risk on the Adoption of Environmental Management Practices
Jiung Lee,
Hakjin Chung,
Na-Eun Cho
Abstract:Given that prior research has provided inconsistent findings on the relationship between financial performance and the adoption of environmental management practices (EMPs), we aim to resolve the inconsistency by positing that the firm may consider different components of financial performance when making decisions. Specifically, we maintain that operational efficiency, measured based on net profit margin, is a key determinant of a firm’s decision to adopt EMPs. Additionally, we aim to examine environmental ri… Show more
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