Overview
Bosconero wastewater treatment plant serves the town of Bosconero in Piemonte, Italy. It treats wastewater from a population of approximately 4,500 under EU regulatory standards.
The Bosconero wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bosconero, within the province of Turin in the Piemonte region of northern Italy. The facility serves a population of about 4,500 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU regulations. As a plant operating in Italy, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for discharges into freshwater bodies. For small agglomerations like Bosconero, appropriate treatment is mandated to protect water quality. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant river systems. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural irrigation along its course.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is a vital water resource for northern Italy, supporting agriculture, industry, and ecosystems. Downstream waters are ecologically sensitive, hosting fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and providing habitat for migratory birds.
Frequently asked questions
The Bosconero wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Bosconero, in the province of Turin, Piemonte region, northern Italy.
The plant serves approximately 4,500 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU definitions.
The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Po River basin, which ultimately flows into the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving a small agglomeration, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires appropriate treatment to protect receiving waters.
For small agglomerations in Italy, secondary treatment is typically required to meet EU standards, ensuring removal of organic matter and nutrients before discharge.
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