Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Jiangyin City, Jiangsu Province, China, with a designed capacity of 1.00 unit. It serves a population of 30,000 and operates under China's national wastewater regulations.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Jiangyin City, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population of approximately 30,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management standards. The plant is situated in the Yangtze River Delta region, a densely populated and industrially active area. The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment for urban wastewater. The designed capacity is 1.00 unit, indicating the plant's scale. Chinese regulations mandate that treatment plants of this size meet Class 1A or 1B discharge standards, depending on the receiving water body's sensitivity. The plant discharges treated effluent into local waterways that ultimately flow into the Yangtze River, one of China's most important water bodies. The Yangtze River supports diverse aquatic life and provides water for millions of people downstream. Proper treatment is crucial to protect this vital ecosystem from nutrient pollution and industrial contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent enters local rivers that drain into the Yangtze River, which flows eastward into the East China Sea. The Yangtze River basin is ecologically significant, supporting a wide range of fish species and providing critical habitat for migratory birds. The region faces challenges from agricultural runoff and industrial discharges, making effective wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and aquatic biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Jiangyin City, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, in the Yangtze River Delta region.
The plant serves approximately 30,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized urban wastewater treatment facility.
Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that flow into the Yangtze River, eventually reaching the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's national wastewater discharge standards, which require secondary treatment and compliance with Class 1A or 1B limits depending on the receiving water body.
Plants of this scale typically employ secondary biological treatment processes such as activated sludge, followed by disinfection, to meet national discharge standards.
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