Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Taixing City in Jiangsu Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 250,000. It operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Taixing City, Jiangsu Province, China, serving a population of approximately 250,000. The facility is situated in the Yangtze River Delta region, an area of significant industrial and urban development. As a large-scale municipal plant, it plays a critical role in managing wastewater from the city and surrounding areas. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater. For a plant serving 250,000 people, advanced treatment may be expected to meet local environmental quality standards, particularly in sensitive water bodies. The designed capacity of 1. The plant discharges treated effluent into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Yangtze River and then the East China Sea. The Yangtze River is a vital ecological and economic resource, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for millions. The plant's operations are crucial for protecting downstream water quality and maintaining the ecological health of the river and coastal environment.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the Yangtze River basin, which empties into the East China Sea. The Yangtze River is one of the world's most biodiverse rivers, supporting numerous fish species and migratory birds. The downstream coastal area includes important wetlands and estuaries that are ecologically sensitive. Effective wastewater treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and protect these habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Taixing City, Jiangsu Province, China, in the Yangtze River Delta region.
The plant serves approximately 250,000 people in Taixing and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Yangtze River and eventually the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which set limits on pollutants and require treatment levels appropriate for the receiving water body.
For large agglomerations in China, secondary treatment is standard, and advanced treatment may be required in sensitive areas to meet stricter effluent standards.
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