Overview
ACSEL_ROSTA is a wastewater treatment plant serving Collegno in Piemonte, Italy. It handles a population equivalent of approximately 93,708 and operates under EU regulations.
ACSEL_ROSTA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Collegno, within the metropolitan area of Turin, in the Piemonte region of Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 93,708, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU standards. It is situated inland, away from coastal areas, and its operations are integral to the region's water management infrastructure. As a plant serving over 90,000 people, ACSEL_ROSTA is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment as a minimum for such agglomerations. In sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required to reduce nutrient loads. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet these regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with Italian and EU environmental legislation. The treated effluent from ACSEL_ROSTA is discharged into local water bodies that eventually flow into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant river systems. The Po River drains into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and agricultural activities. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting water quality in this densely populated and industrialized region.
Environmental context
ACSEL_ROSTA discharges into the Po River basin, which flows through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River supports a rich variety of aquatic life and is a vital resource for irrigation and industry. The plant's operations help maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive watershed, reducing nutrient and pollutant loads that could otherwise impact downstream environments, including the Po Delta and the Adriatic coastal zone.
Frequently asked questions
ACSEL_ROSTA is located in Collegno, in the metropolitan area of Turin, within the Piemonte region of Italy.
ACSEL_ROSTA serves approximately 93,708 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment directives.
The treated effluent from ACSEL_ROSTA is discharged into local water bodies that are part of the Po River basin, eventually reaching the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving over 90,000 people, ACSEL_ROSTA operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment and, in sensitive areas, tertiary treatment to reduce nutrients.
For agglomerations of this size, Italian plants typically provide at least secondary biological treatment. In sensitive areas like the Po basin, advanced treatment with nutrient removal is often required to protect water quality.
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