IDL_SUVERETO_ACQUARI Wastewater Treatment Plant, Suvereto, Tuscany

IDL_SUVERETO_ACQUARI is a wastewater treatment plant located in Suvereto, in the Tuscany region of Italy. The plant serves a population of 2,860 and is situated near the coast, within 10 km of the Tyrrhenian Sea. It operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union's Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets standards for collection and treatment in agglomerations of this size. The plant provides secondary treatment, which typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. With a designed capacity of 4,000 m³/day and a current discharge volume of 566.18 m³/day, the plant operates well below its capacity, indicating potential for future growth or seasonal variations. The treatment process aligns with EU requirements for secondary treatment in sensitive coastal areas. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Tyrrhenian Sea. This coastal discharge requires careful management to protect marine ecosystems, including seagrass meadows and coastal habitats. The plant's location in a Mediterranean climate with seasonal tourism may influence flow patterns and treatment demands.

The plant discharges into the Tyrrhenian Sea via local watercourses, contributing to the coastal marine environment of the Ligurian Sea basin. The area supports diverse aquatic life, including fish nurseries and benthic communities, and is part of a region with ecologically sensitive coastal zones. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect water quality in this marine ecosystem.