The impacts of 3R practices on sustainable performance of F&B enterprises in Hue city
Vol. 134 No. 5C (2025), Original Article
Vol. 134 No. 5C (2025)

The impacts of 3R practices on sustainable performance of F&B enterprises in Hue city

Original Article
https://doi.org/10.26459/hueunijed.v134i5C.8014
Published 2025-10-01
Nguyen Thi Dieu Linh
University of Economics, Hue University, 99 Ho Dac Di St., Hue, Vietnam
Le Thi Phuong Thanh
University of Economics, Hue University, 99 Ho Dac Di St., Hue, Vietnam
Le Thi Phuong Thao
University of Economics, Hue University, 99 Ho Dac Di St., Hue, Vietnam
Nguyen Anh Duong
University of Economics, Hue University, 99 Ho Dac Di St., Hue, Vietnam
Cai Vinh Chi Mai
University of Economics, Hue University, 99 Ho Dac Di St., Hue, Vietnam
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Keywords

3R
F&B
hiệu quả bền vững
SEM 3R
F&B
sustainable performance
SEM

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of 3R practices (Reduce – Reuse – Recycle) on the sustainable performance of F&B enterprises in Hue City, within the broader context of promoting a circular economy. Data were collected from 220 businesses across three main F&B service types and analyzed using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results reveal that 3R practices significantly and positively influence all three pillars of sustainability: economic performance, environmental impact, and social contribution. Among them, the environmental dimension is the most strongly affected, followed by social and economic aspects. These findings reinforce the idea that 3R practices not only enhance environmental protection but also serve as strategic tools for improving operational efficiency and brand reputation. Based on the results, the study proposes key policy implications, including financial incentives, targeted training programs, upgraded recycling infrastructure, and standardized assessment frameworks to measure 3R effectiveness in enterprises.

https://doi.org/10.26459/hueunijed.v134i5C.8014
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