Environmental Management Systems and Manufacturing Companies' Performance in Nigeria
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.58425/jegs.v1i1.64Keywords:
Certification, environmental management system, manufacturing, performance.Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the environmental management systems and environmental performance of manufacturing firms in Abuja City, Nigeria.
Methodology: The study adopted a longitudinal research design that was descriptive in nature. Stratified sampling technique was used to select a sample size of 88 respondents who were employees of the manufacturing firms in Abuja City, Nigeria. Structured questionnaires with open and closed ended questions were used as instruments of data collection.
Findings: The findings of this study revealed that there was a positive statistical correlation between green manufacturing systems, pollution prevention systems, management systems and pollution control systems and environmental performance of manufacturing firms in Abuja City, Nigeria.
Conclusion: The study concluded that environmental management systems have become drivers of competitive organizations in the changing business environment.
Recommendation: The study recommended that manufacturing companies should ensure that employees are trained on ISO 14001 regulations, appropriate technology is adopted and industry partnership is based on best environmental practices rather than on the sole revenues gain objective.
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