Prepared by Assistant Lecturer Karrar Haider Hassoun In recent decades, the world has witnessed a rise in environmental challenges resulting from industrial expansion and the irrational consumption of resources. This has prompted educational institutions to adopt the concept of green education as a fundamental approach to achieving sustainable development. The role of universities is no longer limited to transferring knowledge; it now includes building environmental awareness and responsible behavior among students and society. However, implementing green education does not rely solely on curriculum development; rather, it requires comprehensive institutional change that begins with the human element. Hence, the concept of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) has emerged as an administrative tool that directs employees’ behavior toward sustainable practices within educational institutions. Concept of Green Human Resource Management Green Human Resource Management refers to integrating the environmental dimension into all HR functions, such as recruitment, selection, training, performance appraisal, and motivation, with the aim of promoting environmentally friendly behaviors and reducing the institution’s environmental impact. Thus, HR management shifts from a traditional operational function to a strategic role that supports institutional sustainability, where employees become partners in environmental protection rather than mere users of resources. Concept of Green Education Green education is an educational system that seeks to: • Integrate sustainability concepts into curricula. • Build environmental awareness among students. • Reduce the carbon footprint of educational institutions. • Prepare graduates capable of supporting the green economy. Green education is characterized by combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, transforming the educational institution into a real-life model of sustainable practices. The Role of Green Human Resource Management in Supporting Green Education Green Recruitment Selecting staff who possess environmental awareness contributes to spreading a culture of sustainability on campus. When faculty members believe in environmental responsibility, this is reflected in their teaching methods, research projects, and student activities. Training and Development Environmental training programs are among the most important tools for transitioning toward green education. They enable employees to implement practices such as energy conservation, digital transformation, waste management, and the use of e-learning systems. Environmental Performance Evaluation Including environmental indicators in performance appraisal directs employees toward sustainable behavior, such as reducing paper consumption, promoting e-learning, and implementing community-based environmental activities. Incentives and Rewards Incentives play a key role in reinforcing green behavior by rewarding environmental initiatives, supporting sustainable student projects, and funding sustainability-related research. Building a Green Organizational Culture Institutional culture is the most influential factor in the success of green education. Environmental activities, awareness campaigns, tree-planting initiatives, and recycling programs help transform sustainability from a theoretical concept into a daily practice. The Impact of Green Human Resource Management on Educational Outcomes Implementing green HR practices contributes to achieving several outcomes, including: • Improving the quality of the educational process. • Enhancing students’ sustainable thinking skills. • Increasing graduates’ employment opportunities in the green economy. • Reducing operational costs of educational institutions. • Improving academic reputation and international accreditation. Thus, the university becomes both an educational and practical environment at the same time. Challenges Facing Implementation Despite its importance, Green Human Resource Management faces several challenges, including: • Weak institutional environmental awareness. • Resistance to organizational change. • Limited funding. • Lack of clear measurement indicators. • Separation between academic and administrative management. Recommendations To achieve integration between Green Human Resource Management and green education, the following are recommended: • Integrating sustainability into academic and administrative job descriptions. • Making periodic environmental training mandatory for employees. • Linking performance evaluation to environmental achievements. • Establishing a sustainability unit within the educational institution. • Engaging students in environmental initiatives and decision-making. • Transforming the university campus into a practical model of sustainability. Green education cannot be achieved through curricula alone; it requires a supportive institutional environment that transforms individual behavior within the educational institution. Here, the pivotal role of Green Human Resource Management emerges as the main driver of this transformation, linking administrative policies with educational practices. Accordingly, adopting Green Human Resource Management represents a strategic step toward building a sustainable educational system capable of preparing an environmentally conscious generation qualified to lead the future economy.