Overview
VERIA wastewater treatment plant serves the municipality of Veroia in Central Macedonia, Greece, with a population equivalent of 50,160. The plant is located inland, over 50 km from the coast, and discharges into local water bodies.
The VERIA wastewater treatment plant is situated in the municipality of Veroia (Dimos Veroias), in the regional unit of Imathia, Central Macedonia, Greece. It serves a population equivalent of 50,160, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification. The plant is located inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its operations are subject to Greek national regulations aligned with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD). As a plant serving over 10,000 population equivalent, VERIA is required to provide secondary treatment under the EU UWWTD. It is expected to comply with Greek environmental standards for wastewater discharge. The treated effluent from VERIA is discharged into local water bodies within the region, ultimately contributing to the broader watershed of Central Macedonia. The area is characterized by agricultural activity and proximity to the Thermaic Gulf, though the plant is far enough inland to reduce direct marine impact. Proper treatment helps protect downstream ecosystems and supports water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The VERIA plant discharges into local watercourses that drain into the Thermaic Gulf via the Aliakmonas River basin. The Thermaic Gulf is an important marine ecosystem supporting fisheries and biodiversity. Inland treatment reduces direct nutrient loading to the gulf, but the plant's performance is critical for maintaining water quality in the region's agricultural and natural areas.
Frequently asked questions
The VERIA plant is located in the municipality of Veroia (Dimos Veroias), in the regional unit of Imathia, Central Macedonia, Greece, near the settlement of Diavatos.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 50,160, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies within the Aliakmonas River basin, which flows into the Thermaic Gulf. The plant is located inland, over 50 km from the coast.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving over 10,000 population equivalent must provide secondary treatment. VERIA, serving 50,160 PE, is required to meet this standard, and its operations are regulated by Greek authorities in line with the directive.
For medium-sized agglomerations in Greece, secondary treatment is standard, often involving biological processes. Plants may also incorporate nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas, as per EU requirements.
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