Overview
ETE Cafezal Londrina serves approximately 21,000 people in Londrina, Paraná, Brazil. The plant operates under Brazil's national wastewater regulations, contributing to the sanitation infrastructure of the region.
ETE Cafezal Londrina is a wastewater treatment plant located in the União da Vitória neighborhood of Londrina, in the state of Paraná, Brazil. Serving a population of around 21,035, the plant is part of the municipal sanitation system that supports this growing city in southern Brazil. As a facility in Brazil, ETE Cafezal Londrina is subject to the country's environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level water quality standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides water for agriculture, industry, and drinking water downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paraná River basin, which flows through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports important aquatic habitats and is a critical resource for millions of people. Effective wastewater treatment here helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects downstream ecosystems, including sensitive floodplain areas.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Cafezal Londrina is located in the União da Vitória neighborhood of Londrina, in the state of Paraná, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 21,035 people in the Londrina area.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, eventually reaching the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level water quality standards, which set discharge limits for pollutants.
In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants serving populations of this size typically employ secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds, to meet regulatory standards.
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