ETE Córregos dos Monos - Secondary Wastewater Treatment in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Brazil

ETE Córregos dos Monos is a wastewater treatment plant located in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil. It serves a small population of 854 residents, reflecting its role in a localized community within the Região Sudeste region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require adequate treatment for small agglomerations to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Atlantic Ocean via the Itapemirim River basin. This discharge supports the ecological health of downstream aquatic habitats, including streams and coastal areas in southeastern Brazil.

The plant discharges into the Itapemirim River basin, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean near the coast of Espírito Santo. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and coastal ecosystems. The secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and organic pollution, mitigating impacts on downstream water quality and marine habitats.