Green Disposal and Performance: A Reflection from Manufacturing Firms In Kenya

Authors

  • Rutere Yusuf
    Lecturer, Meru University of Science and Technology. School Of Economics and Business Management.

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of green disposal on the performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya. The study focused on how recycling, product reuse, salvage recovery, and environmentally responsible disposal methods influence organizational performance.


Material/methods: The study adopted a descriptive survey research design and utilized both quantitative and qualitative approaches. The target population comprised 943 manufacturing firms in Kenya. A sample size of 330 firms was selected using stratified random sampling. Primary data were collected using structured questionnaires administered to operations and procurement managers. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis with the aid of SPSS.


Findings: The findings revealed that green disposal had a positive and statistically significant effect on the performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya. This implies that firms that adopt recycling, product reuse, salvage recovery, and environmentally responsible disposal practices are more likely to achieve improved organizational performance. However, the study also established that the level of implementation of green disposal practices remained relatively low among manufacturing firms, particularly in recycling scrap materials, product recovery, reuse initiatives, and the formulation of formal disposal policies.


Conclusion: The study concluded that strengthening green disposal practices enhances resource efficiency, environmental sustainability, and overall firm performance. Effective implementation of green disposal enables manufacturing firms to reduce waste, recover value from used materials, and improve operational and environmental outcomes.


Value: The study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on green supply chain management by demonstrating the role of green disposal in enhancing firm performance. It provides practical insights for manufacturing firms, policymakers, and supply chain managers seeking to improve sustainability practices and organizational competitiveness in Kenya’s manufacturing sector.