California Code, Public Resources Code - PRC § 42875

(a) The ability of the proposed processing program to integrate with existing or proposed solid waste management activities.

(b) Financial support for implementation and operation of the proposed processing program from sources other than loans and grants from the board.

(c) The degree to which the technical approach of the proposal makes the loan and grant program financially self-sufficient.

(d) The degree to which the program can be measured or evaluated for success.

(e) The probability that the processing program can be implemented and operated with the funds applied for and the amount of funds sought.

(f) The time that the land or property on which the proposed processing facility is available to the applicant. No proposal shall be considered for a loan or grant unless the property or facility is available for at least five years.

(g) The business plan for operation of the facility.