A firm is considering locations for a new manufacturing facility to meet market demands and has been reviewing the macro-environment as it considers how to market the newly manufactured products. The firm has found a location with a good potential workforce and good transportation access. The concern is that the new facility would require a great deal of water, which might affect farmers and others depending on a good supply of water. What element of the macro-environment do they need to address?
A) Political and regulatory
B) Sustainability
C) Demographics
D) Technology

Question

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The concern about the facility's water usage impacting farmers and others highlights the need to address sustainability issues. This involves ensuring that the facility's operations do not deplete local resources or harm the environment, which is a key aspect of the macro-environment in business planning.

A Firm Is Considering Locations for a New Manufacturing Facility