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Determinants of Green Practice Adoption for Logistics Companies in China

Journal of Business Ethics volume 98, pages 67–83 (2011)Cite this article

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This article aims to analyze the factors influencing the adoption of green practices in Chinese logistics industry. The determinant factors are composed of technological, organizational, and environmental dimensions. A questionnaire survey on the green practice adoption of Chinese logistics companies was conducted, and 322 samples were analyzed. Research results reveal that relative advantage and compatibility of green practices, organizational support, quality of human resources, regulatory pressure, and governmental support have significantly positive influences on the adoption of green practices for Chinese logistics companies. Environmental uncertainty and green practice’s complexity have significantly negative influences on green practice adoption. However, the influence of customer pressure is not significant for Chinese logistics companies. This article also suggests implications and opportunities for future research.

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Lin, CY., Ho, YH. Determinants of Green Practice Adoption for Logistics Companies in China. J Bus Ethics 98, 67–83 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10551-010-0535-9

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  • green practice adoption
  • determinant factors
  • logistics companies
  • China