Overview
ETE Barueri is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 39,438 people in Barueri, São Paulo, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Barueri is a wastewater treatment plant located in Barueri, within the São Paulo metropolitan region, Brazil. The facility serves a population of around 39,438, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. The plant operates under Brazil's environmental legislation, which mandates appropriate treatment levels for municipal wastewater. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards set by the National Environment Council (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Tietê River basin, which flows through the São Paulo metropolitan area and eventually reaches the Paraná River system. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for downstream communities, making proper treatment essential for ecological and public health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Tietê River basin, a major waterway in southeastern Brazil that flows through the densely populated São Paulo region. The Tietê River ultimately joins the Paraná River, which drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The watershed supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is critical for water supply, recreation, and biodiversity in the region.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Barueri is located in Barueri, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, within the São Paulo metropolitan region.
The plant serves approximately 39,438 people, classifying it as a medium-sized municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant treats wastewater that would otherwise enter the Tietê River basin, helping to protect water quality in the Tietê River and downstream ecosystems.
The plant operates under Brazil's environmental laws, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits, which set discharge standards for municipal wastewater to protect water resources.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national effluent standards, often involving biological processes to reduce organic matter and nutrients.
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