Influencing Factors and Multiple Paths of Urban Household Waste Classification Policy——Based on the QCA Analysis of 31 Provinces in China
Garbage classification is not only an important link in achieving modernization of national govern-ance,but also directly related to the happiness,sense of achievement,and satisfaction of residents.Starting from the urban household waste classification policy and based on data from 31 provinces in China,this article uses the qualitative comparative analysis method(QCA)to explore the impact of waste treatment technology,government in-tervention,marketization level,legal environment,and economic development level on the formulation of waste classification policy.The study found that none of the above single factors are sufficient to explain the results of the formulation of garbage classification policies.The formulation of household garbage classification policies is influ-enced by a combination of multiple factors.Four specific explanatory paths are identified,and based on these paths,it is proposed that government decision-making should be combined with actual situations,make reasona-ble use of power,strengthen investment in waste treatment technology,and actively cultivate a good market-orien-ted and legal environment.