Bangladesh Bank Training Academy Journal

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the effects of Green Banking Practices (GBP) and their impacts on Environmental Awareness (EA) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Commitment, which in turn affects Environmental Performance (EP). Moreover, it explores the mediation effects of EA and CSR Commitment on GBP and EP. Through purposive sampling, 230 data were collected from banking employees of private commercial banks in Bangladesh using a quantitative research design. Initial data analysis was conducted using SPSS 26, and core analysis using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling. The results show significant associations among GBP, EA, CSR and EP; with EA and CSR have good predictive ability for EP. The findings also show mediation effects of EA and CSR in the relationship between GBP and EP. The findings of this study have both theoretical and managerial implications that could be useful for top management, policy makers and researchers willing to improve EP in emerging economies.