Abstract

Identifying suitable partners is crucial as countriesincreasingly rely on Waste-to-Energy (WtE) solutions,particularly incineration technology, for effective wastemanagement. This investigation aims to identify the optimalinvestment partner for WtE projects intended to remediatemunicipal solid waste for Local Administrative Organizations innortheastern Thailand. When assessing potential WtE partners,considering economically viable energy sources and protectingpublic health and the environment are essential. Integratingenergy systems with efficient waste management is imperativein regions facing significant waste challenges to achievesustainability. To address the complexity of selecting a suitableWtE partner, a model using the Fuzzy Analytic HierarchyProcess (FAHP) was devised with waste management specialists.This approach evaluates partners based on financial stability,technical proficiency, environmental impact, contributions tosustainability, and alignment with energy policy objectives.Implementing FAHP ensures a data-driven, equitable decisionmakingprocess that considers both economic andenvironmental factors. Results show Firm A as the mostadvantageous, followed by Firm C; Firm B is least preferable.Sensitivity analysis verified these findings, enhancing evaluationrobustness. This study emphasizes WtE partnerships’ role inmitigating waste, generating sustainable energy, and reducingreliance on non-renewable resources. It underscores the needfor commercial and governmental collaboration to achieveenergy objectives in regional and national plans. By providing areproducible model for partner selection in energy initiatives,particularly waste management through incineration, thisinnovative approach contributes to environmental engineering.Insights from this study may influence similar initiativeselsewhere, promoting a more environmentally sustainableenergy future.