Overview
Bellinzago Novarese wastewater treatment plant serves the town in Piemonte, Italy, with a population equivalent of 28,649. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this s
The Bellinzago Novarese wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bellinzago Novarese, in the province of Novara, Piemonte, Italy. It serves a population equivalent of 28,649, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, approximately 50 km from the coast, and its treated effluent likely discharges into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Po River basin. As a facility in Italy, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent between 10,000 and 150,000. For larger agglomerations or discharges into sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be required. It is expected to meet the directive's standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal where applicable. The region's drainage flows into the Po River, which is the longest river in Italy and discharges into the Adriatic Sea. The Po basin supports extensive agriculture and diverse aquatic ecosystems, making proper wastewater treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecological health in the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The Bellinzago Novarese plant is located in the Po River basin, which drains a large portion of northern Italy and ultimately flows into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River and its tributaries support rich biodiversity, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and provide water for irrigation and industry. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient pollution and protect the ecological balance of this important watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Bellinzago Novarese, in the province of Novara, Piemonte, Italy.
The plant serves a population equivalent of 28,649, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent likely discharges into local watercourses that drain into the Po River basin, eventually reaching the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 population equivalent are required to provide secondary treatment, which includes biological treatment and settling.
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