Overview
ETE TAGUAI serves Taguaí, São Paulo, Brazil, treating wastewater for approximately 9,653 residents. The plant operates under Brazil's national water quality regulations.
ETE TAGUAI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Taguaí, within the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Serving a population of around 9,653 people, it is classified as a small to medium agglomeration under Brazilian sanitation standards. The plant is situated in the southeastern region of the country, an area characterized by a subtropical climate and significant agricultural activity. Under Brazil's regulatory framework, wastewater treatment plants are governed by CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental agencies. For communities of this size, secondary treatment is typically required to reduce organic load and protect receiving water bodies. The plant's design and operation align with these national standards, ensuring compliance with effluent quality criteria. The treated effluent from ETE TAGUAI is discharged into local watercourses that eventually flow into the Paranapanema River basin, a major tributary of the Paraná River system. This basin supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides water for irrigation and human consumption downstream. Proper treatment at this plant helps maintain water quality in the region's rivers and reservoirs.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Paranapanema River basin, which drains into the Paraná River and ultimately the Río de la Plata estuary. This watershed supports a variety of fish species and is an important resource for agriculture and drinking water. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect downstream aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
ETE TAGUAI is located in Taguaí, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. The plant serves the municipal area of Taguaí.
ETE TAGUAI serves approximately 9,653 residents, classifying it as a small to medium agglomeration under Brazilian wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent from ETE TAGUAI is discharged into local watercourses that flow into the Paranapanema River basin, part of the larger Paraná River system.
ETE TAGUAI operates under Brazil's national water quality standards, including CONAMA resolutions and state-level permits from São Paulo's environmental agency. These regulations set effluent limits to protect water resources.
For communities of this size, Brazilian regulations typically require secondary treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. This level of treatment helps meet water quality standards for discharge into rivers.
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