Overview
BORGHERIA_PSR_DEP is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 77,000 people in Pesaro, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this scale.
BORGHERIA_PSR_DEP is a wastewater treatment plant located in Pesaro, in the Marche region of Italy. It serves a population of approximately 76,983 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the Adriatic coast, within 50 km of the sea, and its operations are critical for protecting coastal water quality. As a plant serving over 10,000 population equivalent, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment as a minimum. For plants in sensitive areas, tertiary treatment may be mandated. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day or similar units), indicating a substantial infrastructure investment. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with discharge standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the Adriatic Sea via local watercourses, contributing to the health of the coastal ecosystem. The Adriatic Sea is a semi-enclosed basin with sensitive marine habitats, including seagrass meadows and fish spawning grounds. Proper treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and protect biodiversity in this region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Adriatic Sea, a semi-enclosed basin with limited water exchange, making it sensitive to nutrient pollution. The local watershed includes small coastal rivers that drain the Apennine foothills. The Adriatic supports diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and important fisheries. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent algal blooms and maintain water quality for tourism and ecology.
Frequently asked questions
BORGHERIA_PSR_DEP is located in Pesaro, in the Marche region of Italy, near the Adriatic coast.
The plant serves approximately 76,983 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Adriatic Sea via local watercourses, following EU standards for coastal discharge.
As an Italian plant serving over 10,000 population equivalent, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment and, in sensitive areas, tertiary treatment.
Plants of this scale in Italy typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas to reduce nutrients and protect coastal waters.
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