Environmental concerns are growing worldwide, especially in the business context, where employee green engagement plays a crucial role in enhancing organizational environmental performance. The purpose of this research is to explore the conceptual link between a manager’s age, employee environmental passion and employee green engagement. The research adopts a systematic literature review methodology. Using the Scopus database, articles were selected for analysis related to employee green engagement published between 2002 and 2023. The study’s findings provide evidence in support of the proposition that a manager’s age has a significant impact on employee green engagement, with younger managers fostering environmental passion and encouraging eco-friendly activities. Employee environmental passion plays a significant role in this relationship. This research contributes to the conceptualization of employee green engagement and highlights the importance of organizational factors, such as a manager’s age and employee environmental passion, in shaping sustainable practices. Organizations can enhance environmental sustainability by engaging employees in sustainability initiatives. This study contributes novelty by shedding light on the motivational drivers that encourage employees to actively engage in green initiatives. The research provides valuable insights for organizations to create sustainable work environments and address critical environmental concerns, making it a valuable addition to the field of sustainability research.
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