ETE FRANCISCO GUEDES - Advanced Wastewater Treatment in Mambucaba, Rio de Janeiro

ETE FRANCISCO GUEDES is a wastewater treatment plant located in Mambucaba, a district within Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The plant serves a population of 4,357 and is situated in the Região Sudeste region, near the coast. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring high-quality effluent. It discharges 660.96 m³/day of treated wastewater. As a facility in Brazil, it operates under the national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions, which set discharge standards for water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting the coastal waters of the Angra dos Reis region, an area known for its biodiversity and tourism. By providing advanced treatment, it helps maintain the ecological health of the receiving water bodies.

The plant discharges into the Mambucaba River basin, which flows into the Ilha Grande Bay and then the South Atlantic Ocean. This coastal region supports diverse marine life, including mangroves and coral reefs. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, safeguarding the bay's ecological balance and supporting local fisheries and tourism.