An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Green Auditing in Promoting Eco-Friendly Practices: A Study of Nestlé Nigeria Plc
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Background of the Study
Green auditing is a subset of sustainability auditing that focuses on assessing environmental performance, identifying areas of improvement, and promoting eco-friendly practices. In Nigeria, industries like food and beverage manufacturing are increasingly adopting green audits to align their operations with global environmental standards (UNEP, 2023).
Nestlé Nigeria Plc, a leader in the food and beverage sector, has implemented green auditing to minimize its environmental footprint, particularly in areas such as energy consumption, waste management, and carbon emissions. These audits play a crucial role in fostering eco-friendly practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing the company’s corporate image.
This study evaluates the effectiveness of green auditing in promoting eco-friendly practices at Nestlé Nigeria Plc, highlighting its challenges and benefits.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the potential of green auditing to foster eco-friendly practices, many Nigerian companies face obstacles such as high costs, limited expertise, and inadequate regulatory support. For Nestlé Nigeria Plc, these challenges may hinder the optimization of its environmental initiatives.
This study investigates the effectiveness of green auditing at Nestlé Nigeria Plc, exploring its impact on the company’s environmental performance and recommending strategies for improvement.
Objectives of the Study
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To evaluate the effectiveness of green auditing in promoting eco-friendly practices at Nestlé Nigeria Plc.
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To identify challenges affecting the implementation of green auditing in Nigerian companies.
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To recommend strategies for enhancing the effectiveness of green auditing in promoting sustainability.
Research Questions
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How effective is green auditing in promoting eco-friendly practices at Nestlé Nigeria Plc?
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What challenges affect the implementation of green auditing in Nigerian companies?
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What strategies can enhance the effectiveness of green auditing in promoting sustainability?
Research Hypotheses
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H₁: Green auditing significantly promotes eco-friendly practices at Nestlé Nigeria Plc.
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H₂: Challenges such as high costs limit the effectiveness of green auditing in Nigerian companies.
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H₃: Enhanced green auditing practices improve environmental outcomes in Nigerian companies.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on Nestlé Nigeria Plc, evaluating its green auditing practices between 2023 and 2025. Limitations include limited access to proprietary data and potential bias in stakeholder feedback.
Definitions of Terms
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Green Auditing: An evaluation process focused on assessing and improving an organization’s environmental performance.
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Eco-Friendly Practices: Actions aimed at reducing environmental harm and promoting sustainability.
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Nestlé Nigeria Plc: A leading Nigerian food and beverage company committed to sustainable practices.
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