Overview
IDL_VIA_EUROPA is a closed secondary treatment plant in Serravalle Pistoiese, Toscana, Italy. It served the local area before ceasing operations.
IDL_VIA_EUROPA is a wastewater treatment plant located in Serravalle Pistoiese, in the Toscana region of Italy. The plant is situated in the municipality of Pistoia, serving the local community. It is now closed and no longer operational. As a secondary treatment facility, the plant would have provided biological treatment to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), secondary treatment is the standard requirement for inland freshwater discharges. The area drains into the Ombrone Pistoiese river, which flows into the Arno River and eventually into the Ligurian Sea. The Arno basin is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry in Tuscany.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Arno River basin, which drains into the Ligurian Sea. The Arno is a major river in Tuscany, supporting diverse aquatic ecosystems and providing water for agriculture and industry. The downstream environment includes sensitive coastal areas that benefit from effective wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient pollution and protect marine habitats.
Frequently asked questions
IDL_VIA_EUROPA is located in Serravalle Pistoiese, in the province of Pistoia, Toscana region, Italy.
The plant is closed and no longer operational.
The plant provided secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids.
Under the EU UWWTD, secondary treatment is the standard for inland freshwater discharges. The plant's closure may reflect consolidation into larger regional facilities.
The plant is in the Arno River basin, which drains into the Ligurian Sea. The Arno supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources.
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