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Journal of Primeasia

Volume 7 Number 1 2026

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Contents Vol 7 (1)

Green Technology Innovation in Corporate Sustainability: A Systematic Review and MetaAnalytic Perspective

Abstract 1. Introduction 2. Materials and Methods 3. Results 4. Discussion 5.Limitations 6.Conclusion References

Md Nazmuddin Moin Khan1*, Md. Rezaul Haque2

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Journal of Primeasia 7 (1) 1-8 https://doi.org/10.25163/primeasia.7110831

Submitted: 15 June 2026 Revised: 01 August 2026  Accepted: 11 August 2026  Published: 13 August 2026 

Abstract

Green Technology Innovation (GTI) has emerged as a critical strategic mechanism for firms pursuing sustainability in an era of escalating environmental challenges. This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesize empirical evidence on the drivers, barriers, and outcomes of GTI, highlighting how environmental regulation, corporate social responsibility, leadership, organizational culture, and digital transformation shape innovation performance. The analysis reveals that well-designed environmental policies, such as green credit guidelines and low-carbon initiatives, significantly stimulate GTI by reducing uncertainty and improving access to resources. Internal organizational factors, particularly top management attention and a green-oriented culture, further enhance firms’ capacity to develop and implement sustainable innovations. CSR engagement strengthens stakeholder trust and reinforces internal motivation for environmental investments, while digital technologies such as big data analytics and AI facilitate real-time monitoring, predictive optimization, and improved Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. However, barriers including financing constraints, agency costs, and customer concentration can impede GTI adoption, particularly in small and medium enterprises. Meta-analytic results also demonstrate heterogeneity across firm size, ownership, and regional context, emphasizing the need for context-sensitive strategies. By integrating policy, organizational, and technological perspectives, this study offers a comprehensive understanding of GTI dynamics, informing both scholarly discourse and managerial practice. The findings underscore the importance of aligning regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and technological capabilities to achieve sustainable business transformation and competitive advantage.Keywords: Green Technology Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Regulation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Digital Transformation, ESG Performance, Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis

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