Overview
ETE Iporanga SP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant serving the municipality of Iporanga in São Paulo, Brazil. It treats approximately 1,587 residents and discharges 198.77 cubic meters of treated effluent.
ETE Iporanga SP is an advanced wastewater treatment plant located in Iporanga, a municipality in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of about 1,587 people, reflecting the rural character of the region. It is situated inland, far from the coast, and operates under Brazilian environmental regulations. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, ensuring a high level of pollutant removal before discharge. Advanced treatment typically includes biological nutrient removal or tertiary filtration. The plant discharges a daily volume of 198.77 cubic meters of treated wastewater, consistent with the scale of the community it serves. The treated effluent is released into local water bodies that drain into the Ribeira de Iguape River basin, one of the most important river systems in southeastern Brazil. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is critical for water supply in the region. The advanced treatment helps protect downstream water quality and ecological health.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ribeira de Iguape River basin, which flows through the Atlantic Forest biome, a globally significant biodiversity hotspot. The river ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean near Iguape. The advanced treatment reduces nutrient and pollutant loads, safeguarding aquatic habitats and supporting the ecological integrity of this sensitive watershed.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Iporanga SP is located in Iporanga, a municipality in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves the local community and is situated inland, away from the coast.
The plant serves approximately 1,587 residents, making it a small-scale facility suited to the rural population of Iporanga.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that are part of the Ribeira de Iguape River basin. The advanced treatment ensures high-quality effluent before release.
The plant provides advanced treatment, which typically includes processes such as biological nutrient removal or tertiary filtration, exceeding the minimum secondary treatment standards.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is regulated by federal laws such as the National Environmental Policy and CONAMA resolutions. Plants like ETE Iporanga SP must comply with discharge standards and obtain environmental licenses from state agencies like CETESB in São Paulo.
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