Overview
Busseto wastewater treatment plant serves Frescarolo, near Busseto in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It treats wastewater for approximately 12,030 people under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
The Busseto wastewater treatment plant is located in Frescarolo, a locality within the municipality of Busseto, in the province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The plant serves a population of about 12,030 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. 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. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the discharge enters sensitive areas. The plant is expected to comply with national implementation of these standards. The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that eventually drain into the Po River basin, one of Italy's most significant watersheds. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and agricultural activities. The plant plays a key role in protecting the local environment and downstream water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which drains into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is a major ecological corridor supporting diverse fish species and migratory birds. The surrounding Emilia-Romagna region is agriculturally intensive, making nutrient removal important to prevent eutrophication in the Adriatic. The plant's compliance with EU standards helps mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Frescarolo, a locality within the municipality of Busseto, in the province of Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 12,030 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into local watercourses that flow 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 mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas.
Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, plants serving between 10,000 and 150,000 people are required to have secondary treatment. In sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be required.
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