Do green practices and green image promote consumers’ participation in social network sites (SNS)?

Abstract

ABSTRACT This study attempts to understand how green practices and green brand image affect trust, affective commitment, and active participation in social network sites (SNS). Using social exchange theory, social identity theory, and halo effect, the study proposes that green practices and green image will influence relational variables (trust and affective commitment) and active participation in SNS. The data collection was done from members of an online survey panel. We analyzed the data with SmartPLS 4. The study finding shows that green practices have a positive impact on green brand image. Green practices and green brand image are found to positively influence trust, affective commitment, and active participation in SNS. The study finds that affective commitment fully mediates the relationship between trust and active participation in SNS, highlighting the important role of affective commitment in spreading positive word-of-mouth.