Overview
ETE Contorno is an advanced wastewater treatment plant in Resende, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, serving a population of 5,482. It discharges 864.00 cubic meters of treated wastewater daily.
ETE Contorno is a wastewater treatment facility located in Resende, within the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The plant serves a population of 5,482 and operates with advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. It is situated in the southeastern region of Brazil, an area characterized by a mix of urban and industrial activities. The plant employs advanced treatment technology, which goes beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants. This level of treatment is typical for facilities in sensitive areas or those required to meet stringent discharge standards. In Brazil, wastewater treatment is regulated by federal and state environmental agencies, with standards aligned to the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) resolutions. The treated effluent from ETE Contorno is discharged into local water bodies, contributing to the protection of the Paraíba do Sul River basin, a major water source for the region. The plant plays a key role in safeguarding downstream ecosystems and supporting water quality for communities and industries along the river.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paraíba do Sul River basin, which flows through the states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Minas Gerais before reaching the Atlantic Ocean near Campos dos Goytacazes. The basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people. Advanced treatment at ETE Contorno helps reduce nutrient loading, protecting downstream water quality and ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Contorno is located in Resende, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Its address is Avenida Perimetral Sul, Jardim d'Oeste, Nova Alegria, Resende.
The plant serves a population of 5,482 people in the Resende area.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies within the Paraíba do Sul River basin, which ultimately flows to the Atlantic Ocean.
ETE Contorno provides advanced treatment, which includes nutrient removal and produces high-quality effluent suitable for discharge into sensitive environments.
The plant operates under Brazil's environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions, which set discharge standards. Advanced treatment is often required for facilities in sensitive watersheds or those serving smaller communities to protect water quality.
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