ETE JARDIM UNIAO I - Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant in Fortaleza, Ceará

ETE JARDIM UNIAO I is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Praia do Futuro II neighborhood of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará, Brazil. The plant serves a population of 2,834 people and operates as part of the city's municipal wastewater infrastructure. Fortaleza is a major coastal city in northeastern Brazil, and the plant plays a role in managing local sewage. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment level required for urban wastewater in Brazil under national regulations. The plant discharges 407.56 m³/day of treated effluent. The plant's size aligns with small-scale facilities typical for its population served. The treated effluent is discharged into the local environment near the Atlantic coast. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge can affect coastal water quality and marine ecosystems. Proper treatment is essential to protect the beaches and marine life in the region, which are important for tourism and local livelihoods.

The plant discharges treated wastewater into the Atlantic Ocean via the coastal waters of Fortaleza. The receiving environment includes the Praia do Futuro beach area, a popular recreational zone. The coastal ecosystem supports diverse marine life, including fish and crustaceans, and is an important migratory corridor for sea turtles. Effective secondary treatment helps reduce nutrient and pathogen loads, protecting water quality and public health.