Green Gifts From Abroad? FDI and Firms’ Green Management

Dive into the high-stakes world of international business to discover if foreign investment is the green gift that emerging economies desperately need to fight climate change. This podcast explores groundbreaking research across 31 countries, revealing that while foreign-owned firms are more likely to adopt eco-friendly management, this green effect only kicks in when the money comes from environmentally conscious nations. Learn why your favorite global brands are leading the charge in manufacturing but still struggling to make a green impact in the service sector.

Citation: Kannen, P., Semrau, F.O. & Steglich, F. (2026). Green gifts from abroad? FDI and firms’ green management. Journal of International Business Policy. https://doi.org/10.1057/s42214-025-00228-4