Overview
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Suzhou, China, with a designed capacity of 1. 00 and a population of 70,000. It operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in the Wujiang District of Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 70,000 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. The plant's designed capacity is 1. Under China's national wastewater standards, plants of this scale are typically required to meet Class 1A or 1B discharge limits, which mandate secondary treatment with nutrient removal. The regulatory framework is enforced by local environmental protection bureaus, ensuring compliance with the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law. The plant discharges treated effluent into local water bodies within the Yangtze River Delta watershed. This region is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical water resource for agriculture and industry downstream. The ultimate drainage is into the East China Sea, making proper treatment essential for coastal water quality.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Yangtze River Delta, a densely populated and economically vital region. Treated wastewater likely flows into the Taihu Lake basin or directly into the Yangtze River, which drains into the East China Sea. The area supports important fisheries and migratory bird habitats, requiring stringent nutrient control to prevent eutrophication.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Shuijiagang Village, Taoyuan Town, Wujiang District, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant serves approximately 70,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.
The plant has a designed capacity of 1.
The plant operates under China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which mandates secondary treatment with nutrient removal for plants of this scale, typically meeting Class 1A or 1B discharge standards.
The plant protects the Yangtze River Delta watershed, which drains into the East China Sea. Proper treatment prevents eutrophication and safeguards aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality.
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