Overview
ETE PANCINI I is a secondary treatment plant serving Jaguaré in Espírito Santo, Brazil. It treats wastewater for approximately 2,017 people and discharges 291.77 thousand cubic meters annually.
ETE PANCINI I is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Jaguaré, a city in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,017 people, placing it in the small-agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. It is situated inland, about 50 km from the coast, and operates within the Southeast region of Brazil. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment level required by Brazilian environmental regulations (CONAMA resolutions) for most municipal wastewater. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, ensuring the effluent meets basic quality standards before discharge. The plant's annual discharge volume is 291.77 thousand cubic meters, reflecting its scale. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Atlantic Ocean. The region's watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is part of the broader coastal ecosystem of Espírito Santo. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect downstream water quality and contributes to the health of the receiving environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow toward the Atlantic Ocean, part of the coastal watershed of Espírito Santo. The downstream environment includes sensitive aquatic habitats that support fish and other wildlife. Effective secondary treatment reduces organic and nutrient loads, helping to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in the region's rivers and coastal areas.
Frequently asked questions
ETE PANCINI I is located in Jaguaré, in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil. Its address is Rua do Pavão, Seac, Jaguaré, in the Southeast region of the country.
The plant serves approximately 2,017 people, making it a small-scale municipal wastewater treatment facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that drain toward the Atlantic Ocean. The discharge volume is about 291.77 thousand cubic meters per year.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard biological treatment required by Brazilian regulations for municipal wastewater. This process removes organic matter and suspended solids.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions, which set effluent quality standards. For small agglomerations like Jaguaré, secondary treatment is typically sufficient to meet environmental requirements.
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