Overview
CADONEGHE_VIA_MATTEOTTI is a municipal wastewater treatment plant serving Padova, Veneto, Italy. It treats wastewater for approximately 47,362 people and has a designed capacity of 1.00 (units unspecified).
CADONEGHE_VIA_MATTEOTTI is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Padova, in the Veneto region of Italy. It serves a population of approximately 47,362 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under European Union classifications. The plant is situated inland, more than 50 km from the coast, and its operations are part of the regional wastewater infrastructure managed by local authorities. As a plant serving a population between 10,000 and 100,000, it falls under the requirements of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for such agglomerations. It is expected to comply with Italian national regulations implementing the EU directive. The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that ultimately drain into the Adriatic Sea via the Po River basin or nearby coastal systems. The Veneto region is characterized by a dense network of rivers and canals, and the plant plays a role in protecting the ecological quality of these waters. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and supports aquatic life in the downstream environment.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the local water network that flows into the Po River basin, which drains into the northern Adriatic Sea. This coastal area is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine life and important fisheries. Nutrient loading from wastewater can contribute to eutrophication in the Adriatic, making effective treatment crucial for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at Via Giulio Zanon, Torre, Padova, Veneto, 35129, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 47,362 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into local water bodies that flow into the Po River basin and eventually reach the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving over 10,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for such agglomerations.
Plants of this scale in Italy typically provide at least secondary treatment, as mandated by the EU directive, and may include nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas.
Nearby plants