The effective management of kitchen waste is crucial for advancing the construction of a Beautiful China. In recent years, Sichuan has made significant strides in managing kitchen waste, yet challenges persist, including inconsistent urban-rural collection and transportation coverage, a lack of environmental awareness among relevant parties, and considerable disparities in the capacities of disposal companies. Utilizing game theory, this study examines the behavioral strategies and interaction dynamics of various stakeholders in the kitchen waste management process, encompassing waste producers, legitimate and illegitimate disposal entities, and the government. Consequently, it suggests policy enhancements such as the establishment of a circular disposal system and the improvement of guidance and regulatory mechanisms to foster efficient, green, and sustainable kitchen waste management in Sichuan Province.

Ruimiao Wang, Chenghang Huang, Fan Bai, Yukun Li. Research on Policy Optimization of Sichuan Kitchen Waste Recycling and Disposal Based on Game Theory Perspective. Academic Journal of Business & Management (2025), Vol. 7, Issue 11: 119-128. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJBM.2025.071116.

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