Overview
ETE Guariba is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Guariba, São Paulo, Brazil. It supports a population of approximately 36,000 and operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE Guariba is a wastewater treatment plant located in Guariba, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 36,000 residents, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. It is situated in the southeastern region of the country, an area characterized by intensive agriculture and urban development. As a municipal facility, ETE Guariba is subject to Brazil's environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level water quality standards. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and suspended solids before discharge. The plant's operational details and specific treatment processes are managed by local authorities to comply with these standards. The treated effluent from ETE Guariba is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is used for irrigation and water supply. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect water quality in the region's streams and rivers, which ultimately flow into the Paraná River and contribute to the La Plata Basin.
Environmental context
ETE Guariba discharges into local streams within the Paraná River basin, which drains into the Paraná River and eventually the Río de la Plata estuary. The surrounding region is dominated by sugarcane and citrus agriculture, making nutrient removal important to prevent eutrophication in downstream water bodies. The plant's operation helps maintain water quality for ecological and agricultural uses.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Guariba is located in Guariba, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the municipality's wastewater treatment needs.
The plant serves approximately 36,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin, eventually reaching the Paraná River and the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazil's environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level standards from São Paulo, which mandate treatment levels to protect water quality.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and suspended solids, often using activated sludge or similar processes.
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