Risk Analysis of Public–Private Partnership Waste-to-Energy Incineration Projects from the Perspective of Rural Revitalization

In China, more and waste-to-energy (WTE) incineration plants are being delivered through public–private partnership (PPP) schemes in rural areas, which focused on revitalization. These can not only deal with the ever-increasing solid waste but also provide renewable energy thus benefit local societies. However, they usually endure a lot of risks due to long concession periods complex contractual relationships. This research investigates risk management PPP WTE projects from perspective First, preliminary list 36 was derived based literature review. Second, group discussion eight experts held obtain final factors, taking into account Third, structured questionnaire survey conducted consult frequency severity. A total 100 valid questionaries were collected. Finally, analysis provided basis survey. The top 10 appearance, payment risk, employment, economic development, government succession, operation cost overrun, supply, construction revenue price change risk. It indicates that (1) effectively promote development; (2) authorities play significant role sustainable development projects; (3) preference is social, environmental risks.