Overview
ETE SEDE 2 serves Fernandópolis, São Paulo, Brazil, treating wastewater for approximately 30,747 residents. The plant is located inland, over 50 km from the coast, and discharges into local water bodies.
ETE SEDE 2 is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Distrito Industrial 3 area of Fernandópolis, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. It serves a population of around 30,747 people, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category. The plant is situated inland, far from the coast, and operates within the broader water management framework of the São Paulo region. As a Brazilian wastewater facility, ETE SEDE 2 is subject to national regulations under CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental licensing by CETESB. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards. The treated effluent from ETE SEDE 2 is discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Paraná River basin, one of South America's major river systems. This basin supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for agriculture and urban use downstream. The plant's operation is crucial for protecting water quality in the region's streams and rivers.
Environmental context
ETE SEDE 2 discharges into local streams that flow into the Paraná River basin, which ultimately drains into the Río de la Plata estuary. The basin supports a rich ecosystem, including migratory fish species and riparian habitats. Protecting water quality in this watershed is essential for maintaining biodiversity and supporting downstream communities that rely on the river for drinking water and irrigation.
Frequently asked questions
ETE SEDE 2 is located in the Distrito Industrial 3 area of Fernandópolis, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
The plant serves approximately 30,747 residents, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Paraná River basin, eventually reaching the Río de la Plata estuary.
The plant operates under Brazilian environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level licensing by CETESB, which set effluent standards for wastewater treatment.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typically required to meet national effluent quality standards, often involving biological processes.
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