ETE MATINHA Wastewater Treatment Plant, Abreu e Lima, Pernambuco

ETE MATINHA is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Matinha neighborhood of Abreu e Lima, a city in the Recife metropolitan region of Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of 474 people and operates at a secondary treatment level, which is appropriate for its scale. As a secondary treatment facility, ETE MATINHA provides biological treatment to remove organic matter and suspended solids. In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants are regulated by federal and state environmental agencies, with standards set by CONAMA resolutions. For small communities, secondary treatment is typical to protect water quality. The plant is situated within 10 km of the Atlantic coast, making its discharge potentially influential on coastal water quality. The treated effluent likely flows into local watercourses that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, affecting nearshore ecosystems. The region's tropical climate and dense urban development in the Recife metropolitan area place importance on proper wastewater management to prevent eutrophication and protect marine biodiversity.

ETE MATINHA is located in the coastal zone of Pernambuco, within the Recife metropolitan region. The treated wastewater likely discharges into small rivers or streams that flow into the Atlantic Ocean, contributing to the nutrient load in coastal waters. The area supports diverse aquatic life, including mangroves and estuarine habitats, which are sensitive to pollution. Proper treatment helps mitigate impacts on these ecosystems.