Overview
ETE NATeRCIO is a wastewater treatment plant in Monte Mor, São Paulo, Brazil, serving approximately 14,866 people. It operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE NATeRCIO is a wastewater treatment plant located in Monte Mor, within the Campinas metropolitan region of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of around 14,866, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category for Brazilian wastewater infrastructure. Brazil's wastewater treatment standards are governed by CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and state-level regulations, which require secondary treatment for most urban effluents. Plants of this scale typically employ biological treatment processes such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds to meet discharge limits. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the Piracicaba River basin, part of the broader Paraná River system. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for water supply and agriculture downstream.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Piracicaba River, which flows into the Tietê River and ultimately reaches the Paraná River basin. This watershed supports ecologically sensitive areas with diverse aquatic species and is used for irrigation and drinking water. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient loading and protect downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
ETE NATeRCIO is located in Monte Mor, in the Campinas metropolitan region of São Paulo, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 14,866 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that are part of the Piracicaba River basin, which flows into the Tietê River and eventually the Paraná River system.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA Resolution 430/2011 and state-level environmental standards, which mandate secondary treatment for urban wastewater to protect water quality.
Plants of this scale in Brazil commonly use biological treatment processes such as activated sludge, aerated lagoons, or stabilization ponds to meet secondary treatment requirements.
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