Question: 3. Read the case and answer 3 questions. Each question has 5 marks. Total 15 marks for this case. The govemment of Bahrain has decided

3. Read the case and answer 3 questions. Each
3. Read the case and answer 3 questions. Each question has 5 marks. Total 15 marks for this case. The govemment of Bahrain has decided to establish a large recycling plant in Bahrain. As the collection vehicles of Baldia bring all kind of junk, refuse debris, litter and waste so the plant will separate useful things from the rest such as cans, newspapers, and cardboard boxes. As collection vehicles will bring waste from all over Bahrain, therefore Government will prefer a location which is easily accessible and located at a convenient place with minimum transportation expenses of collection vehicles. The case study deliverables shall include: 1. Select at least three locations based on accessibility of location, suitability in terms of social and environmental factors and finally transportation costs and justify reasons of your selection (5 marks) 2. Using the factors in table below, explain each factor in the context of recycling plant location (5 marks) 3. Finally score and select the best location based on score and justify your selection (5 marks) Location 2 Location 3 Selection of location Alternatives Location 1 Price of land () Cost of building plant (3) Cost of machines and equipment (3) Average utility cost per month (3) Average cost of transportation (5) Operation cost per month(s) Total expenses (less expensive selection) Environmental suitability (score 15) Social acceptance (score 1-5) Accessibility (score 1-5) Proximity to source (score 1-5) Low proximity to population (score 1-5) Total score (high score selection)

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