Green Islam as An Ethical Paradigm for Sustainable Consumption in Islamic Economy

Abstract

The discourse on sustainable consumption has been driven by issues of sustainability and the environmental crisis. This study examines Green Islam as an ethical paradigm for sustainable consumption within the framework of Islamic economics, focusing on a conceptual analysis of how Islamic principles can bridge the gap between theory and practice. Using a literature review methodology, this research analyzes scientific literature and religious texts. The findings reveal that Green Islam provides a comprehensive ethical paradigm model, grounded in the principles of tauhid (oneness), khilafah (stewardship), and an expansion of maqasid al-sharia (the objectives of Islamic law) to include environmental protection. These principles are translated into a concrete consumption ethic: the prohibition of israf (excessive waste) and the encouragement of qana'ah (contentment). Although its implementation faces challenges from a culture of consumerism, this paradigm holds transformative potential for fostering a more just and ecological economic ecosystem. The transformative potential lies in its ability to reshape mindsets, consumption behaviors, and production mechanisms toward a sustainable and equitable system.