Green human resources management (GHRM) has proven its importance in most sectors of the economy globally, both public and private. Its major impact is in the hospitality industry, especially in hotels. In addition, the application of green human resources management practices is typical of an organization's environmental awareness and responsibilities. In accomplishing this task, relevant stakeholders must put in concerted effort, including time and resources, to achieve the desired task. This research paper aims to analyze the role GHRM plays in environmental aesthetics in the Hotel industry. In understanding the impact, environmental sustainability, green recruitment and appraisal, green training and development, green business, as well as green compensation and motivation, were reviewed from related literature. The study revealed that green human resources management goes beyond environmental sustainability as its application in everyday life has reshaped the consciousness of all, which has further positively increased growth in other sectors of the economy.

Green Human Resource Practice, Green Human Resource Management

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