Public-private partnerships for the circular bio-economy in the Global South: lessons learned

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dc.creatorTaron, Avinandan
dc.creatorMajumder, A.
dc.creatorBodach, Susanne
dc.creatorAgbefu, Dzifa
dc.date2023-08-22
dc.date2023-08-22T12:22:38Z
dc.date2023-08-22T12:22:38Z
dc.date.accessioned2026-06-27T18:35:06Z
dc.descriptionProcessing biomass from different waste streams into marketable products such as organic fertilizer and bio-energy is increasingly realized through public-private partnerships (PPPs). In developing countries, the private sector can be expected to contribute technical skills, organizational capabilities and marketing expertise, and leverage capital inflow. In contrast, the public sector will provide the regulatory framework and help its enforcement, plan public investment, involve and educate stakeholders, and ensure waste supply. This report reviews case studies that implemented PPPs in resource recovery and reuse (RRR) from waste streams with a particular focus on Asia and Africa, including those PPPs facilitated by the authors. Critical factors behind the success and failure of these cases are analyzed. The review indicates three key barriers to success: (i) waste-related bottlenecks, (ii) limited awareness about RRR products and their market(ing), and (iii) lack of proper institutional frameworks. Common shortfalls concern failure to meet commitments related to the quality and quantity of waste, missing understanding of the reuse market, etc. The report points out mitigation measures addressing possible challenges around appropriate technologies, finance and revenue streams, legal issues, as well as social and environmental concerns. It is required to establish close monitoring, appropriate procurement mechanisms and due diligence during the project preparation and pre-bid. If possible, such a PPP project should consider risk and commercial viability assessment as well as financial strategy planning (scaling). Successful involvement of the private sector in the RRR market is critical to close the resource loop and safeguard human and environmental health, which is the overarching objective of sustainable waste management.
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dc.identifierhttps://hdl.handle.net/10568/131618
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/123456789/160093
dc.languageen
dc.publisherInternational Water Management Institute
dc.rightsOpen Access
dc.sourceTaron, Avinandan; Majumder, A.; Bodach, Susanne; Agbefu, Dzifa. 2023. Public-private partnerships for the circular bio-economy in the Global South: lessons learned. Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI). 50p. (Resource Recovery and Reuse Series 22) [doi: https://doi.org/10.5337/2023.205]
dc.subjectresource recovery
dc.subjectresource management
dc.subjectreuse
dc.subjectcircular economy
dc.subjectbioeconomy
dc.subjectpublic-private partnerships
dc.subjectdeveloping countries
dc.subjectcase studies
dc.subjectwaste management
dc.subjectsolid wastes
dc.subjectrecycling
dc.subjectcomposting
dc.subjectorganic wastes
dc.subjectorganic fertilizers
dc.subjectbioenergy
dc.subjectbiogas
dc.subjectbriquettes
dc.subjectbusiness models
dc.subjectmarkets
dc.subjectscaling up
dc.subjectappropriate technology
dc.subjectinnovation
dc.subjectfinancial analysis
dc.subjectrisk management
dc.subjectpolicies
dc.subjectregulations
dc.subjectlegal frameworks
dc.subjecteconomic viability
dc.subjectfeasibility studies
dc.subjectproject design
dc.subjectcosts
dc.subjectenvironmental assessment
dc.subjectsocial analysis
dc.subjectinfrastructure
dc.subjectinvestment
dc.subjectmarketing
dc.subjectsmall and medium enterprises
dc.subjectstakeholders
dc.subjectmunicipal authorities
dc.subjectprocurement planning
dc.subjectcontracts
dc.subjectsustainability
dc.subjectcarbon credits
dc.subjectclimate change mitigation
dc.subjectagricultural wastes
dc.subjectfaecal sludge
dc.subjectsoil quality
dc.subjectcommunities
dc.subjectawareness
dc.titlePublic-private partnerships for the circular bio-economy in the Global South: lessons learned
dc.typeReport

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