Francavilla Angitola Olivara Wastewater Treatment Plant, Calabria, Italy

Francavilla Angitola Olivara is an advanced wastewater treatment plant located in the municipality of Francavilla Angitola, in the Calabria region of southern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 1,245 residents and is situated near the coastal area of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond secondary treatment to remove nutrients and other pollutants. With a designed capacity of 2,000 m³/day and an actual discharge volume of 246.47 m³/day, the facility operates well within its capacity. As an Italian plant, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires appropriate treatment for discharges into sensitive coastal areas. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Tyrrhenian Sea. This coastal discharge is in a region known for its marine biodiversity and tourism. The advanced treatment helps protect the coastal environment and supports the ecological health of the downstream marine ecosystem.

The plant discharges into the Tyrrhenian Sea via local watercourses. The coastal waters of Calabria support diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and fish populations. Advanced treatment reduces nutrient loading, helping to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality for recreational and ecological purposes.