the coca-cola company operates over a thousand manufacturing plants in about 200 countries. making its drink uses a lot of water. critics say its water footprint has been large. coca-cola has started to look at its water sustainability. it has now set out goals to reduce its water footprint such as treating the water it uses so it goes back into the environment in a clean state. another goal is to find sustainable sources for the raw materials it uses in its drinks, such as sugarcane, oranges, and corn. by making its water footprint better, the company can reduce costs, improve the environment, and benefit the communities in which it operates.