Overview
ETE VILA ELIANE is a secondary wastewater treatment plant in Cerro Azul, Paraná, Brazil. It serves a small population of 102 and discharges 12.96 cubic meters of treated wastewater.
ETE VILA ELIANE is a wastewater treatment plant located in Cerro Azul, within the state of Paraná, Brazil. The plant serves a small community of 102 people, reflecting its role in providing sanitation for a rural or small urban area. It is situated in the Região Metropolitana de Curitiba, which is part of the broader Curitiba metropolitan region. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is a standard biological process that removes organic matter and suspended solids. For small agglomerations in Brazil, secondary treatment is typical and aligns with national regulations under CONAMA resolutions. The plant discharges 12.96 cubic meters of treated wastewater, indicating a modest flow consistent with its small service population. The treated effluent from ETE VILA ELIANE is discharged into a local water body, which ultimately drains into the broader Paraná River basin. This basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water resources for the region. The plant's operation helps protect downstream water quality in this important watershed.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into a local watercourse that is part of the Paraná River basin, one of the largest river systems in South America. The Paraná River flows through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina before emptying into the Río de la Plata estuary. The downstream environment supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, including fish species and riparian habitats. Proper wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive basin.
Frequently asked questions
ETE VILA ELIANE is located in Cerro Azul, in the state of Paraná, Brazil. It is part of the Região Metropolitana de Curitiba.
The plant serves a small population of 102 people, typical of a rural or small community wastewater facility.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which uses biological processes to remove organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant discharges into a local watercourse that flows into the Paraná River basin, helping to protect water quality in this major South American river system.
The plant operates under Brazil's CONAMA resolutions, which set standards for wastewater treatment. For small communities, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge limits.
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