Economics B A-Level
Environmental externalities and sustainability
What Environmental externalities and sustainability means in Economics B A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Environmental externalities and sustainability
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A key negative externality where MNC operations might cause environmental degradation, resource depletion or pollution, requiring strict regulatory oversight by the host government to protect the local ecosystem.
Topics that use Environmental externalities and sustainability
- The impact of multinational corporations (MNCs) (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Balance of payments
- Business competition and supply chains
- Foreign direct investment
- Labour markets and exploitation
Using Environmental externalities and sustainability in the exam
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