DEPURATORE DI PIEVE DI BONO Wastewater Treatment Plant, Cologna, Italy

DEPURATORE DI PIEVE DI BONO is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Cologna, within the municipality of Pieve di Bono-Prezzo in Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 8,611 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As an Italian treatment facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 2,000 and 10,000 discharging into freshwaters or estuaries. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with discharge standards. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Adriatic Sea via the Po River system. The surrounding region is characterized by alpine terrain and sensitive aquatic ecosystems, making proper wastewater treatment essential for protecting downstream water quality and biodiversity.

The plant discharges into the local watershed within the Po River basin, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to its alpine origins. Proper treatment is critical to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect downstream habitats, including the Po Delta, which is an important area for migratory birds and fish species.