Overview
Paralimni wastewater treatment plant serves the city of Paralimni in Cyprus, treating wastewater for a population of 53,500. The plant is located near the coast and operates under EU regulatory standards.
The Paralimni wastewater treatment plant is a municipal facility serving the city of Paralimni in the Famagusta district of Cyprus. The plant serves a population of approximately 53,500 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU classification. As a plant in Cyprus, which is an EU member state, Paralimni operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC. This directive requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size, and tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local environment, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal location means the plant must meet stringent discharge standards to protect marine water quality and the sensitive coastal ecosystems of the region.
Environmental context
Paralimni is located near the southeastern coast of Cyprus, close to the Mediterranean Sea. The treated wastewater from the plant likely discharges into a local watercourse or directly into the sea, affecting the coastal marine environment. The area supports diverse marine life and is important for tourism and fisheries. The plant's operations are critical for preventing nutrient pollution and protecting the ecological health of the coastal waters.
Frequently asked questions
The Paralimni wastewater treatment plant is located in Paralimni, a city in the Famagusta district of Cyprus, near the southeastern coast of the island.
The plant serves a population of approximately 53,500 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated wastewater from the Paralimni plant is discharged into the local environment, ultimately reaching the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal discharge requires compliance with strict environmental standards to protect marine ecosystems.
As a plant in Cyprus, an EU member state, Paralimni operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require tertiary treatment in sensitive coastal areas.
For a medium agglomeration of about 53,500 people in Cyprus, the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive typically requires secondary treatment. Given the coastal location, additional nutrient removal or tertiary treatment may be necessary to protect the Mediterranean Sea.
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