ETE BURI Wastewater Treatment Plant, Buri, São Paulo, Brazil

ETE BURI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Buri, a municipality in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of about 13,451 people, classifying it as a small to medium-sized facility within the region's sanitation infrastructure. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, ETE BURI operates under the national regulatory framework established by the National Environment Council (CONAMA) and the National Water Agency (ANA). For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards before discharge. It is expected to comply with applicable discharge permits. The treated effluent from ETE BURI is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, one of the major river systems in South America. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's aquatic environments.

ETE BURI discharges into local streams that flow into the Paranapanema River, a tributary of the Paraná River, which ultimately drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water supply and agriculture. Protecting this ecosystem from nutrient pollution and pathogens is essential for maintaining water quality and biodiversity.