Abstract: [Problem Researched] In view of the lack of environmental awareness and the lack of sustainable thinking among users and librarians in the current practice of green library construction, [Objective/Significance] this paper puts forward effective methods of green information literacy instruction and feasible strategy of improving literacy teaching among users and librarians. [Method/Process] This paper proposes that under the guidance of in-depth theoretical research and academic research, information literacy and its teaching should be transformed into effective green behavior and green practice through multi-faceted green information literacy instruction which includes the behavioral level, thinking level and the combination of the two and developing standardized programs for green information literacy education. [Results/Conclusion] Embedding the idea of sustainable thinking in green information literacy instruction not only optimizes green information services, but also helps to promote the development of the whole society's information industry to an environment-friendly way. Green information literacy education guides and serves users in a more scientific and effective way, reduces carbon footprint, protects the environment, saves energy and reduces wastes for libraries, and ultimately contributes to the green library movement and benefits the society.

Key words: green libraries, green information literacy, sustainable thinking, green information literacy instruction