ETE Barra dos Coqueiros - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Barra dos Coqueiros, Sergipe, Brazil

ETE Barra dos Coqueiros is a wastewater treatment plant located in Barra dos Coqueiros, a city in the state of Sergipe, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 12,416 residents, making it a medium-sized facility for the region. It is situated in the Região Metropolitana de Aracaju, near the coast. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, ETE Barra dos Coqueiros operates under the national regulatory framework established by the Conselho Nacional do Meio Ambiente (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. For plants serving populations around 12,000, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The region's coastal environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and tourism. Proper treatment helps protect the estuarine and marine ecosystems from nutrient pollution and pathogens.

The plant discharges into the local watershed near the coast of Sergipe, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving waters support estuarine habitats and are part of a regionally important coastal ecosystem. Protecting water quality is critical for maintaining biodiversity and supporting local communities that rely on fishing and recreation.