Overview
ETE JANGA I is a wastewater treatment plant in Paulista, Pernambuco, Brazil, serving approximately 99,623 people. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE JANGA I is a wastewater treatment plant located in Paulista, within the Metropolitan Region of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 99,623, placing it in the medium-to-large agglomeration category for the region. As a Brazilian wastewater facility, ETE JANGA I is subject to CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and other federal regulations governing effluent discharge standards. For plants serving populations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet water quality objectives, with additional nutrient removal expected in sensitive watersheds. The plant's treated effluent ultimately drains into the Atlantic Ocean via the local river network, contributing to the coastal water quality of the Pernambuco coastline. The region's estuarine and marine ecosystems depend on effective wastewater treatment to maintain ecological balance and support local fisheries and tourism.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Atlantic coastal zone of Pernambuco, a region characterized by mangroves, estuaries, and coral reefs. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for local fishing communities. Effective treatment is critical to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
ETE JANGA I is located in Paulista, within the Metropolitan Region of Recife, in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 99,623 people, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater management standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that flow toward the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to the coastal water quality of Pernambuco.
The plant operates under Brazilian federal regulations, including CONAMA Resolution 430/2011, which sets effluent discharge standards for wastewater treatment plants.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard, often with nutrient removal to protect sensitive coastal and estuarine environments.
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