Overview
ETE Passarinho I e II is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, serving approximately 2,390 people. It discharges 341 cubic meters of treated wastewater daily.
ETE Passarinho I e II is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Passarinho neighborhood of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. The plant serves a small population of about 2,390 residents, providing secondary treatment to remove organic matter and suspended solids from domestic wastewater. It is situated in the Recife metropolitan region, a densely populated coastal area in northeastern Brazil. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require secondary treatment for wastewater discharges into water bodies. With a discharge volume of 341 cubic meters per day, the facility is designed for small-scale treatment. The treated effluent is likely discharged into local watercourses that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, given the plant's proximity to the coast. The plant's location within 10 km of the coast means its effluent ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean, affecting coastal water quality and marine ecosystems. The receiving waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for local fisheries and recreation. Proper treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and pathogen inputs, protecting downstream environments.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local drainage systems that flow into the Atlantic Ocean near Recife. The coastal waters are part of a productive marine ecosystem supporting coral reefs, mangroves, and fish populations. Secondary treatment reduces organic and nutrient pollution, helping to mitigate eutrophication risks and protect biodiversity in the nearshore environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Avenida Concris, in the Passarinho neighborhood of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 2,390 residents in the Passarinho area of Recife.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, as the plant is within 10 km of the coast.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which removes organic matter and suspended solids, meeting Brazilian regulatory standards for wastewater discharge.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require secondary treatment for wastewater discharges. For small agglomerations like this, secondary treatment is typical to protect water quality.
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