Overview
ETE Emboguaçu is a wastewater treatment plant serving 16,246 people in Paranaguá, Paraná, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations and discharges into the local watershed near the Atlantic coast.
ETE Emboguaçu is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Paranaguá, a coastal city in the state of Paraná, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 16,246 residents, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. Its location near the Atlantic coast makes it an important facility for protecting coastal water quality. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and the National Water Resources Policy (Law 9.433/1997). For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and suspended solids before discharge. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 unit (likely m³/s or similar), indicating a moderate infrastructure footprint for the community it serves. The treated effluent from ETE Emboguaçu ultimately drains into the Paranaguá Estuarine Complex, a vital ecosystem that supports mangroves, fish nurseries, and migratory bird populations. This estuary connects to the Atlantic Ocean, making the plant's performance critical for maintaining water quality in both the estuary and coastal waters. The region's subtropical climate and high rainfall can influence treatment efficiency and runoff dynamics.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paranaguá Estuarine Complex, one of the largest and most productive estuaries in southern Brazil. This system drains into the Atlantic Ocean and supports diverse aquatic life, including commercially important fish species and crustaceans. The surrounding mangroves and wetlands provide critical habitat for migratory birds and act as natural water filters. Protecting this watershed is essential for local fisheries and tourism.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Emboguaçu is located in Paranaguá, a coastal city in the state of Paraná, Brazil. The plant's address is Rua Figueira, in the southern region of Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 16,246 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Paranaguá Estuarine Complex, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant's coastal location requires compliance with stringent discharge standards to protect marine ecosystems.
The plant protects the water quality of the Paranaguá Estuarine Complex and its tributaries, which are part of the Atlantic coastal basin. This estuary supports mangroves, fish nurseries, and migratory birds.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent quality standards. For plants serving around 16,000 people, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge into sensitive coastal waters.
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