ROMA_SUD Wastewater Treatment Plant, Rome, Italy

ROMA_SUD is a large-scale wastewater treatment facility located in the Tor di Valle district of Rome, Italy. Serving a population of approximately 1,100,000, it is one of the key plants in the metropolitan area's sanitation infrastructure. The plant is situated along the Tiber River, which is central to Rome's geography and history. As a plant serving a large agglomeration in Italy, ROMA_SUD operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment as a minimum for such populations. The directive also requires more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's capacity is reported as 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating substantial infrastructure. The treated effluent from ROMA_SUD is discharged into the Tiber River, which flows through Rome and eventually reaches the Tyrrhenian Sea near Ostia. The Tiber River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important ecological corridor. The plant's operations are critical for protecting both the river's water quality and the coastal environment of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

The Tiber River is the third-longest river in Italy, flowing through Rome and draining into the Tyrrhenian Sea. The river supports a variety of fish species and provides habitat for migratory birds. The downstream coastal area includes the Roman Coast, which features sandy beaches and important marine ecosystems. Effective wastewater treatment at ROMA_SUD helps prevent nutrient pollution and protect the ecological health of the Tiber River and the Tyrrhenian Sea.