Weghmann, Vera (2024) Waste to energy: a privatised false solution. In: Buxton, Nick, (ed.) Energy, Power and Transition: 2024 State of Power. Transnational Institute (TNI), Amsterdam, The Netherlands, pp. 139-147.

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Abstract

In the face of a growing energy crisis and a surging global waste forecasted to increase by 70% by 2050, the Waste to Energy (WtE) industry emerges as a thriving yet controversial player. Explored in this essay are the power dynamics, environmental repercussions, and societal resistance surrounding WtE, examining case studies from India, Lebanon, Denmark, and Slovenia. The narrative delves into the industry's rapid expansion, its privatization challenges, and the potential for sustainable waste management under public control. The essay concludes with recommendations for policymakers and activists navigating the complex landscape of WtE.

Item Type:	Book Section
Uncontrolled Keywords:	waste to energy, recycling, circular economy
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Greenwich Business School Greenwich Business School > Centre for Research on Employment and Work (CREW) Greenwich Business School > Centre for Research on Employment and Work (CREW) > Public Services International Research Unit (PSIRU) Greenwich Business School > School of Management and Marketing
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Last Modified:	28 Jan 2025 15:10
URI:	http://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/49586

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