Overview
ETE Saquarema is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 10,287 people in Saquarema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located within 50 km of the coast, it plays a key role in protecting local water bodies.
ETE Saquarema is a wastewater treatment plant located in the campus universitário de Saquarema, in the city of Saquarema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It serves a population of approximately 10,287 people, placing it in the small-to-medium agglomeration category under Brazilian regulatory frameworks. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which require adequate treatment for municipal wastewater to protect water quality. Plants of this scale typically employ secondary treatment to meet discharge standards set by the National Environment Council (CONAMA). The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, given the plant's proximity to the coast. The region's coastal ecosystems, including lagoons and beaches, are sensitive to nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment essential for preserving water quality and aquatic biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the coastal region of Rio de Janeiro, within the drainage basin that flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The receiving water bodies likely include local rivers and lagoons that ultimately reach the sea. These coastal ecosystems support diverse marine life and are important for local fisheries and tourism. Effective treatment is crucial to prevent eutrophication and protect downstream habitats.
Frequently asked questions
ETE Saquarema is located on the campus universitário de Saquarema, in the city of Saquarema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 10,287 people, classifying it as a small-to-medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Atlantic Ocean, given the plant's proximity to the coast.
The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions that set discharge standards for municipal wastewater treatment plants.
Plants of this scale in Brazil typically employ secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or stabilization ponds, to meet regulatory requirements for organic matter and nutrient removal.
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