Overview
ETE JANGA I is a wastewater treatment plant serving Paulista, Pernambuco, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 67,990 people and has a designed capacity of 1. 00 unit.
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 67,990 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. As a facility in Brazil, ETE JANGA I operates under the national regulatory framework established by the National Environmental Council (CONAMA) and state environmental agencies. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards. The plant's designed capacity is 1. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, indicating its discharge likely reaches the Atlantic Ocean via local drainage systems. The receiving water body is part of the coastal watershed of Pernambuco, which supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and tourism. Proper treatment is essential to protect downstream ecosystems and coastal water quality.
Environmental context
ETE JANGA I discharges into the coastal watershed of Pernambuco, which drains into the Atlantic Ocean. The region's estuaries and mangroves provide critical habitat for fish, crustaceans, and migratory birds. Effective wastewater treatment is vital to prevent nutrient loading and maintain the ecological health of these sensitive coastal environments.
Frequently asked questions
ETE JANGA I is located in Paulista, Pernambuco, Brazil, within the metropolitan region of Recife.
The plant serves approximately 67,990 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The plant discharges into the coastal watershed of Pernambuco, which ultimately flows into the Atlantic Ocean.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits, which mandate treatment standards for wastewater discharge.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic matter and nutrients before discharge, in line with CONAMA standards.
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