Abstract
The urgency to responsibly use limited natural resources in the face of global warming and environmental concerns necessitates a shift in manufacturing paradigms towards sustainable practices. While quality-focused approaches like Lean manufacturing (LM), Six Sigma (SS), and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) have made strides, their impact on environmental sustainability remains under-addressed, contributing to environmental degradation. This study examines the rise of Green Lean Six Sigma (GLSS) as an augmentation to operational strategies, emphasizing resource efficiency, environmental mitigation, and reduced carbon footprint. Despite increasing attention, comprehensive studies on GLSS are scarce, warranting an in-depth analysis. Employing bibliometric analysis, this study scrutinizes GLSS trends, publication sources, clusters, and potential research areas. Findings highlight a growing trend in GLSS publications, with India, the UK, and Morocco leading in contributions. Key journals and prolific authors in this field are identified. Keyword co-occurrence analysis reveals thematic clusters emphasizing CSFs, sustainability, and methodologies. The study underscores the need for further empirical investigations and theoretical definitions in GLSS to bridge existing gaps and operationalize sustainable initiatives effectively.
