ETE CABANGA Wastewater Treatment Plant, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil

ETE CABANGA is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Cabanga neighborhood of Recife, the capital city of Pernambuco state in northeastern Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 335,991 people, making it a large-scale facility within the Recife metropolitan region. Its location on the Ilha Joana Bezerra island in the Capibaribe River estuary places it in a densely urbanized coastal area. As a large agglomeration in Brazil, the plant is subject to national regulations under the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and state-level environmental agencies. Brazilian law requires secondary treatment for urban wastewater, with more stringent standards for sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1. The treated effluent from ETE CABANGA is discharged into the Capibaribe River, which flows through Recife and into the Atlantic Ocean. This river is a vital waterway for the region, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for various uses. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the estuarine and coastal ecosystems of northeastern Brazil from untreated sewage pollution.

ETE CABANGA discharges into the Capibaribe River, which flows through Recife and empties into the Atlantic Ocean via the Port of Recife. The river and its estuary support a variety of fish and crustacean species, and the surrounding mangroves provide critical nursery habitats. The plant's location in a densely populated coastal area means its performance directly affects the health of these downstream ecosystems and the water quality of nearby beaches.