Overview
REGGIO_EMILIA_MANCASALE wastewater treatment plant serves Bagnolo in Piano, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It handles a population equivalent of 171,957, operating under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
The REGGIO_EMILIA_MANCASALE wastewater treatment plant is located in Bagnolo in Piano, within the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. Serving a population equivalent of approximately 172,000, it is classified as a large agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD) 91/271/EEC, which mandates advanced treatment for sensitive areas. As a large-scale facility, the plant is expected to provide at least secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment required if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive. The plant's capacity and treatment processes are designed to meet stringent Italian and EU standards for effluent quality, protecting both local water resources and downstream ecosystems. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water network, which ultimately drains into the Po River basin. The Po River flows eastward into the Adriatic Sea, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant plays a critical role in maintaining water quality in this densely populated and agriculturally intensive region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows into the Adriatic Sea. This watershed supports significant biodiversity, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The Po Delta is a ecologically sensitive area that relies on proper wastewater treatment to prevent eutrophication and protect coastal habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Bagnolo in Piano, in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, near the city of Reggio nell'Emilia.
The plant serves a population equivalent of approximately 171,957 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local water network, which flows into the Po River basin and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for large agglomerations and tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
For a large agglomeration of this size in Italy, the EU UWWTD mandates at least secondary biological treatment. If the receiving waters are sensitive, tertiary treatment for nutrient removal is also required.
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