Overview
ETE Gertrudes is a wastewater treatment plant serving Ponta Grossa, Paraná, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 13,596 people as part of the municipal infrastructure.
ETE Gertrudes is a wastewater treatment plant located in Ponta Grossa, Paraná, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 13,596 people, making it a medium-sized facility within the state's sanitation network. The plant is situated in the Jardim Canaã neighborhood and contributes to the local wastewater management system. As a Brazilian wastewater treatment plant, ETE Gertrudes operates under the national regulatory framework established by the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and the National Water Agency (ANA). For facilities serving populations between 10,000 and 100,000, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. It is expected to comply with applicable discharge standards. The treated effluent from ETE Gertrudes is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Paraná River basin, one of the most important river systems in South America. The plant plays a role in protecting downstream water quality and supporting the ecological health of the region's aquatic environments.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the local watershed, which is part of the Paraná River basin. This basin drains into the Río de la Plata estuary, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and urban use. The region's subtropical climate and agricultural activity make proper wastewater treatment essential for preventing nutrient pollution and maintaining water quality in downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Gertrudes is located at Rua Cirema Becker, Jardim Canaã, in Ponta Grossa, Paraná, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 13,596 people in the Ponta Grossa area.
The treated effluent from ETE Gertrudes is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Paraná River basin, ultimately draining into the Río de la Plata estuary.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is regulated by CONAMA resolutions and ANA guidelines. Plants serving populations over 10,000 are generally required to provide at least secondary treatment to meet effluent quality standards.
For medium-sized agglomerations like Ponta Grossa, secondary treatment is the standard requirement under Brazilian regulations to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
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