Overview
ETE Populina is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Populina, São Paulo, Brazil, serving approximately 3,471 people. It discharges treated effluent into local water bodies near the coast.
ETE Populina is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Populina, a city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves a population of about 3,471 residents, classifying it as a small-scale facility within the region's sanitation infrastructure. As a secondary treatment plant, ETE Populina provides biological treatment to remove organic matter and suspended solids. In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under federal environmental laws and state-level permits, with secondary treatment being the standard for urban areas. The plant's discharge volume is reported at 505.80 cubic meters per day. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Paraná River basin, one of the most important river systems in South America. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic life and is used for agriculture, recreation, and water supply. Proper treatment helps protect these water resources from pollution.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into local streams that flow into the Paraná River basin, which ultimately reaches the Río de la Plata estuary. The region's watershed supports agricultural activities and provides habitat for fish and other aquatic species. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient loading and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Populina is located in the city of Populina, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The address is Estrada Vicinal Populina - Paranapuã, in the immediate region of Jales.
The plant serves approximately 3,471 people, making it a small-scale wastewater treatment facility for the local community.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies that are part of the Paraná River basin. The discharge volume is reported at 505.80 cubic meters per day.
ETE Populina provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids, meeting standard requirements for urban wastewater in Brazil.
In Brazil, wastewater treatment plants are regulated by federal laws such as the National Environmental Policy and state-level environmental agencies. Secondary treatment is typical for small to medium agglomerations, and plants must comply with discharge standards to protect water quality.
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