Overview
FORNAES wastewater treatment plant serves approximately 33,000 people in Denmark. Located near the coast, it operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
FORNAES is a wastewater treatment plant in Denmark, serving a population of around 33,016. The plant is situated near the coast, reflecting the country's commitment to protecting its marine environment through stringent wastewater management. As a Danish facility, FORNAES operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00, indicating it is sized to handle the wastewater from its service area effectively. The treated effluent from FORNAES is discharged into the local water system, ultimately reaching the North Sea or the Baltic Sea, depending on the specific drainage basin. This coastal discharge necessitates advanced treatment to minimize nutrient loading and protect sensitive marine ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge contributes to the coastal waters of Denmark, which are part of the North Sea or Baltic Sea basins. These waters support diverse marine life and are important for fisheries and tourism. Nutrient reduction is critical to prevent eutrophication, a common issue in semi-enclosed seas like the Baltic.
Frequently asked questions
FORNAES is located in Denmark, near the coast at coordinates 56.438 N, 10.967 E.
FORNAES serves approximately 33,016 people.
The treated effluent is discharged into coastal waters, ultimately reaching the North Sea or Baltic Sea.
As a Danish plant serving over 15,000 people, FORNAES must comply with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment and, in sensitive coastal areas, tertiary treatment for nutrient removal.
Plants of this scale in Denmark typically employ secondary biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet strict EU standards for coastal discharge.
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