Empirical studies on social capital as a catalyst for green innovation

Sonia; Babak Mahmood; Ayesha Chaudhary; Paris Zaka

Authors

Sonia Ph D Scholar, Department of Sociology, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan Author
Babak Mahmood Professor, Department of Sociology, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan Author
Ayesha Chaudhary Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan Author
Paris Zaka Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan Author

Keywords:

Green Innovation, Social Capital, Environment, Industrial Sector, Social Network, Sustainability

Abstract

Lack of social capital is among the numerous barriers impeding Pakistan's industrial sector's adoption of green innovation. The aim of this methodological study is to investigate how social capital can promote green innovation in Pakistan’s industrial sector. This study reviews and summarizes the relevant literature and empirical data. First, there is a quick rundown of how Pakistan's industrial sector innovates environmental sustainability through social capital. Second, the articles will be indexed using ideas and theoretical positions from the published literature. This article addresses the theoretical underpinnings of these processes as well as how and why they operate. Third, this study suggests three item for consumption category for further examination. This study contributes to Pakistan's industrial sector by critically analyzing and synthesizing current theories and research on green innovation and the environment. These findings suggest that enhanced social networks, trust, and collaboration among industrial stakeholders can facilitate resource access, information exchange, and collective action, all of which are essential for advancing green innovation. This research also reveals significant management and policy implications to support the adoption of green innovation in Pakistan's industrial sector and foster social capital.

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