The Indonesian Journal of Accounting Research
Vol 29, No 2 (2026): IJAR May 2026

Unlocking Sustainable Value: Green Governance's Moderating Role on ESG, Green Innovation, R&D, and Financial

Yenny Wati (Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia)
Teddy Chandra (Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia)
Harry Patuan Panjaitan (Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia)
Suhardjo Suhardjo (Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia)
Nyoto Nyoto (Institut Bisnis dan Teknologi Pelita Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Aug 2026

Abstract

This study explores the effects of ESG practices, green innovation (product and process), and R&D intensity on financial performance, with green corporate governance serving as a moderating variable. This represents an integrated approach that remains underexplored in post-pandemic sustainability contexts. Driven by the need for firms to balance sustainability and profitability, this research addresses how internal sustainability strategies influence financial outcomes. This study utilizes panel data from IDXESGL-listed firms over 2020–2024, comprising 100 observations. Regression analysis reveals that ESG, green innovation, and R&D intensity each have positive and significant effects on financial performance. Moreover, green corporate governance significantly moderates the relationships among ESG, green innovation, R&D intensity, and financial performance. This research implies that companies should strengthen green governance to maximize the financial benefits of ESG and innovation initiatives; investors can consider these sustainability factors in valuation decisions; and regulators may promote policies that incentivize green corporate practices.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijar

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Private Sector : 1. Financial Accounting and Stock Market 2. Management and Behavioural Accounting 3. Information System, Auditing, and Proffesional Ethics 4. Taxation 5. Shariah Accounting 6. Accounting Education 7. Corporate Governance Public Sector 1. Financial Accounting 2. ...