Sustainable finance through PPPs: A case study of Ghmc-Resl Waste-To-Energy Project

Authors

  • Srikanth Kashaveni Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
  • Indrakanti Sekhar Osmania University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Keywords:

Public-Private Partnership (PPP), Sustainable Financing, Waste-to-Energy (WtE), GHMC, Re Sustainability Ltd, Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Hyderabad

Abstract

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are increasingly vital for sustainable financing, blending public oversight with private capital to address environmental and social challenges. This study examines the role of PPPs in financing sustainable initiatives through the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and Re Sustainability Ltd (ReSL) PPP for the Jawaharnagar Waste-to-Energy (WtE) project, which processes 2,800 tonnes of waste daily to generate 48 MW. Using a mixed-methods case study, we analyse secondary data to assess how the PPP mobilizes funds for environmental goals (e.g., waste diversion), social benefits (e.g., job creation), and financial viability (e.g., revenue from power sales). Findings reveal that the PPP attracts private investment (e.g., ₹800 crore expansion) and aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), but governance gaps and community protests highlight risks of overemphasizing financial returns. We recommend enhanced transparency and integrated ESGfinancial reporting to strengthen PPPs’ sustainability impact.

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Published

2025-09-06

How to Cite

Kashaveni, S., & Sekhar, I. (2025). Sustainable finance through PPPs: A case study of Ghmc-Resl Waste-To-Energy Project. International Journal of Economic Perspectives, 19(9), 38–50. Retrieved from http://ijeponline.org/index.php/journal/article/view/1148

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 9 (2025)

Section

Peer Review Articles
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