Overview
MATERA_PANTANO_NUOVO wastewater treatment plant serves Matera, Basilicata, Italy, with a designed capacity of 1.00 and a population served of 24,000. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The MATERA_PANTANO_NUOVO wastewater treatment plant is located in the Piccianello area of Matera, in the Basilicata region of southern Italy. It serves a population of approximately 24,000 people, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under EU classification. As an Italian wastewater facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Italy implements this directive through national regulations, and the plant is expected to meet the standards for biological treatment and nutrient removal where applicable. The plant's operational status and permit details are not publicly available, but it is part of the municipal infrastructure managed by local authorities. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Ionian Sea via the Bradano River or nearby coastal streams. The Basilicata region features a mix of agricultural and urban areas, and the plant plays a key role in protecting water quality in this ecologically sensitive Mediterranean environment. The receiving water bodies support diverse aquatic life and are important for regional biodiversity.
Environmental context
The plant's discharge enters the local drainage network, which flows into the Bradano River and eventually reaches the Ionian Sea. This coastal area supports important marine habitats and fisheries. The watershed is influenced by agricultural runoff and urban development, making effective wastewater treatment critical for maintaining water quality and protecting downstream ecosystems, including seagrass meadows and coastal wetlands.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Piccianello area of Matera, in the Basilicata region of southern Italy.
The plant serves approximately 24,000 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Bradano River and ultimately the Ionian Sea.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size.
Under the EU directive, plants serving over 10,000 people typically require secondary treatment, and in sensitive areas, additional nutrient removal may be needed.
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