PAULILATINO_LOC_SU_PRANU Wastewater Treatment Plant, Sardinia, Italy

PAULILATINO_LOC_SU_PRANU is an advanced wastewater treatment plant located in Paulle/Paulilatino, in the province of Oristano, Sardinia, Italy. The facility serves a population of approximately 2,769 residents, classifying it as a small agglomeration under Italian and EU regulations. The plant is situated inland, more than 10 km from the coast, and discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, which go beyond the secondary treatment required by the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) for agglomerations of this size. With a designed capacity of 3,000 m³/day and a current discharge volume of 548.16 m³/day, the facility operates well below its capacity, indicating potential for future growth or seasonal variations. The advanced treatment level ensures high-quality effluent suitable for sensitive environments. The treated wastewater ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea via local rivers and streams in the Sardinian watershed. Sardinia's inland waters support diverse aquatic life and are important for agriculture and tourism. The plant's advanced treatment helps protect these ecosystems from nutrient pollution and other contaminants, contributing to the overall health of the island's water resources.

The plant discharges into local watercourses that flow through the Sardinian landscape, eventually reaching the Mediterranean Sea. Sardinia's inland watersheds support sensitive aquatic habitats and are vital for regional biodiversity. The advanced treatment level helps minimize nutrient loading and protects downstream ecosystems, including coastal zones that are important for tourism and fisheries.