Overview
ETE VILA NOVA II is a secondary treatment plant serving 650 people in Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil. It discharges 77.95 units of treated wastewater into the local watershed.
ETE VILA NOVA II is a wastewater treatment plant located in Manaus, the capital of Amazonas state in northern Brazil. It serves a small population of 650 residents, reflecting its role in a localized community within the broader urban area of Manaus. The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for small-scale facilities in Brazil. Brazilian regulations, such as CONAMA resolutions, set effluent quality standards for wastewater treatment, and secondary treatment typically achieves significant reduction of organic matter and suspended solids. The plant's discharge volume is recorded at 77.95 units, indicating its operational throughput. Treated effluent from the plant likely enters the Amazon River basin, one of the world's largest and most biodiverse freshwater systems. The Amazon River drains into the Atlantic Ocean, supporting vast rainforest ecosystems and aquatic life. The plant's operation helps protect local water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Amazon River basin, which flows through the Amazon rainforest and ultimately reaches the Atlantic Ocean. This watershed supports immense biodiversity, including fish, reptiles, and aquatic mammals. Protecting water quality is critical for maintaining the ecological health of this globally significant river system.
Frequently asked questions
ETE VILA NOVA II is located in Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil, in the northern region of the country.
The plant serves approximately 650 people, making it a small-scale facility for a local community.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
The plant discharges into the Amazon River basin, helping to protect the water quality of this major river system and its downstream environment.
Brazilian wastewater treatment is regulated by CONAMA resolutions, which set effluent standards. Secondary treatment is typical for small plants, ensuring compliance with national environmental requirements.
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