Overview
Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant serves Xinwu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, with a population equivalent of 183,000. The plant has a designed capacity of 1.00 unit, operating under China's national wastewater discharge standards.
The Jiangsu wastewater treatment plant is located in Wangzhuang Subdistrict, Xinwu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China. It serves a population equivalent of 183,000, classifying it as a medium-to-large agglomeration under Chinese wastewater management frameworks. The plant's designed capacity is 1. As a facility in China, it operates under the national Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for conventional pollutants and nutrients. For plants serving populations over 100,000, advanced treatment is often required to meet stricter standards, particularly in sensitive water bodies. The plant discharges into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Yangtze River Delta region. This area is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a critical water resource for industry and agriculture downstream. The plant's performance is subject to regular monitoring by local environmental authorities to ensure compliance with discharge permits and to protect the surrounding watershed.
Environmental context
The plant's treated effluent flows into the local river network within the Yangtze River Basin, eventually reaching the East China Sea. The Yangtze River Delta is a densely populated and industrialized region, making wastewater treatment crucial for maintaining water quality. The downstream environment supports fisheries and provides drinking water sources, requiring effective nutrient removal to prevent eutrophication and protect aquatic biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Wangzhuang Subdistrict, Xinwu District, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 183,000 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local river network, which flows into the Yangtze River Basin and eventually reaches the East China Sea.
The plant operates under China's Discharge Standard of Pollutants for Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (GB 18918-2002), which sets effluent limits for pollutants. Facilities serving over 100,000 people often require advanced treatment to meet stricter standards.
For agglomerations of this size, Chinese regulations typically mandate secondary treatment as a minimum, with advanced treatment (tertiary) required in sensitive areas to reduce nutrients and protect water quality.
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