Overview
ETE Nova Vitoria ETE VI is a secondary treatment plant in Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil, serving 542 people with a discharge volume of 64.95 units.
ETE Nova Vitoria ETE VI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Manaus, the capital of Amazonas state in Brazil's Northern region. The plant serves a small population of 542 people, reflecting its role in a localized community within the broader urban area of Manaus. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under national environmental standards, and secondary treatment is typical for smaller communities. Situated in the Amazon rainforest region, the plant's operations are environmentally significant due to the region's rich biodiversity and sensitive ecosystems. The treated effluent likely drains into local waterways that eventually feed into the Amazon River system, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. Protecting water quality in this region is critical for maintaining aquatic habitats and the health of downstream communities.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Amazon basin, one of the world's most biodiverse regions. Its discharge ultimately reaches the Amazon River, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The surrounding watershed supports a vast array of aquatic life, including fish species that are vital for local fisheries and ecological balance. Protecting this water body from pollution is essential to preserve the region's ecological integrity.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Nova Vitoria ETE VI is located in Manaus, the capital city of Amazonas state in Brazil's Northern region.
The plant serves a population of 542 people, indicating it is a small-scale facility serving a local community.
The plant uses secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to break down organic matter and remove suspended solids before discharge.
The plant's discharge likely enters local waterways that flow into the Amazon River system, helping to protect the water quality of the Amazon basin.
Brazil's wastewater treatment is governed by national standards under CONAMA resolutions. For small plants like this, secondary treatment is typical to meet basic environmental requirements.
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