Overview
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant serves 300,000 people in Shunde District, Foshan, China. It operates under China's national wastewater standards, discharging treated effluent into the Pearl River Delta watershed.
The Guangdong wastewater treatment plant is located in Ding'an Village, Longjiang Town, Shunde District, Foshan, Guangdong Province, China. It serves a population of 300,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management frameworks. The plant is part of the region's municipal infrastructure, handling domestic and industrial wastewater from the densely populated Pearl River Delta. The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which mandates secondary treatment as a minimum for plants of this scale. For sensitive water bodies in the delta, stricter standards (Class I-A or I-B) may apply. The designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in 10,000 m³/d or similar units), indicating a substantial facility. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local water network, which ultimately flows into the Pearl River Delta and then the South China Sea. The delta is a critical ecological and economic zone, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant plays a key role in protecting downstream water quality and the marine environment.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters the Pearl River Delta, a complex network of rivers and estuaries that drains into the South China Sea. The delta is ecologically sensitive, supporting mangrove forests, fish nurseries, and migratory bird habitats. The region faces challenges from industrial pollution and urban runoff, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and biodiversity in this densely populated coastal area.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Ding'an Village, Longjiang Town, Shunde District, Foshan, Guangdong Province, China.
The plant serves a population of 300,000, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water network, which flows into the Pearl River Delta and ultimately the South China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits based on the receiving water body's sensitivity.
For large agglomerations in China, secondary treatment is the minimum requirement. In sensitive areas like the Pearl River Delta, advanced treatment with nutrient removal may be mandated to meet Class I-A standards.
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