Journal of Economic and Leadership
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): September : Journal of Economic and Leadership

Governance, Ethics, and Leadership for Sustainability: A Systematic Literature Review of ESG Implementation in Public Sector Organizations

Sigit Pramono Hadi (STIE Kasih Bangsa)
Dadang Irawan (STIE Kasih Bangsa)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Sep 2025

Abstract

This study presents a systematic literature review (SLR) of ESG implementation in public sector organizations, with a specific focus on the interrelated roles of governance, ethics, and leadership in promoting sustainability. Following the PRISMA framework, the study synthesizes findings from peer reviewed studies published up to 2024. The review reveals that ESG implementation in the public sector has evolved from a compliance based reporting tool into a strategic governance mechanism that enhances accountability, transparency, and sustainability performance (Deb, 2024; Sholikin et al., 2024). Governance structures are identified as the primary enablers of ESG integration, while ethical governance ensures institutional legitimacy and reduces symbolic or “greenwashing” practices (Zahari et al., 2024). Leadership is found to be a critical driver that aligns organizational culture with sustainability objectives and strengthens ESG execution across administrative levels (Said et al., 2024; Waxin et al., 2023). Overall, the study highlights the integrated influence of governance, ethics, and leadership in shaping effective ESG implementation in public sector organizations.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jbl

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Journal of Economic and Leadership, is a journal that presents in-depth studies on economics and leadership from various perspectives published by LPPM STIE Kasih Bangsa. With a focus on the intersection between economics and management, the journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, ...