Implementing Green Management in the Petroleum Industry: A Model Proposal for Türkiye

Energy resources are considered a primary factor in the sustainable social and economic development of nations. Among the currently utilized energy sources, oil and natural gas constitute the largest portion. It is well established that the production, processing, transportation, and consumption of these fossil energy resources significantly impact environmental ecosystems and the atmosphere, leading to various environmental issues. The petroleum industry encompasses a broad range of activities characterized by substantial reserves and high volumes of production, processing, and consumption. In this context, the negative effects of the sector’s various operational processes on the environment are addressed through the implementation of environmental management systems aimed at mitigating or eliminating these impacts. To evaluate the environmental protection approaches and practices of petroleum enterprises based on their operational domains, a survey was conducted, and the collected data underwent statistical analysis. According to the results of the statistical data analysis, it has been determined that enterprises in the Turkish petroleum sector have adopted an approach known as green management or environmentally conscious entrepreneurship. In line with the objectives of this study and the statistical findings obtained, a "green management model" has been proposed for enterprises in the Turkish petroleum industry, taking into consideration global practices and aligning with the principles of environmentally responsible green entrepreneurship.