Overview
Keratea wastewater treatment plant serves the municipal unit of Keratea in East Attica, Greece. It is located near the coast and operates under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The Keratea wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipal unit of Keratea, part of the municipality of Lavreotiki in East Attica, Greece. The plant serves a population of approximately 7,330 people, placing it in the small agglomeration category under EU regulations. As a Greek facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, and its treated effluent likely discharges into the Aegean Sea via local streams or directly. The surrounding region includes the Attica peninsula, known for its coastal ecosystems and tourism. Proper treatment helps protect marine water quality and bathing areas.
Environmental context
The plant's treated wastewater likely discharges into the Aegean Sea, either directly or via small coastal streams. The Aegean Sea supports diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish populations, and is an important area for tourism and fisheries. The plant's location near the coast means that effective treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect coastal water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The Keratea wastewater treatment plant is located in the municipal unit of Keratea, within the municipality of Lavreotiki, in the region of East Attica, Greece.
The plant serves approximately 7,330 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment regulations.
The plant is located within 50 km of the coast, and its treated effluent is likely discharged into the Aegean Sea, either directly or via local streams.
As a Greek facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving 7,000 people in coastal areas are typically required to provide secondary treatment, which includes biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
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