Overview
TREBISACCE_PAGLIARA wastewater treatment plant serves Trebisacce, Calabria, Italy, with a designed capacity of 1.00 volume units. It is located within 50 km of the coast, discharging into the Ionian Sea.
The TREBISACCE_PAGLIARA wastewater treatment plant is located in Trebisacce, a coastal town in the Calabria region of southern Italy. The plant serves a population of approximately 16,220 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. Its location along the Ionian coast makes it part of the region's critical wastewater infrastructure. As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The plant's proximity to the coast (within 50 km) means it must meet stringent discharge standards to protect marine waters. The treated effluent is discharged into the Ionian Sea, a major basin of the Mediterranean Sea. This coastal area supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries and tourism. Proper treatment is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality in this ecologically sensitive region.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Ionian Sea, part of the Mediterranean Sea, which is a semi-enclosed basin with limited water exchange. The coastal waters near Trebisacce support seagrass meadows and marine biodiversity. Nutrient inputs from wastewater can lead to eutrophication, so advanced treatment is crucial for protecting this ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located on Strada Statale 106 Jonica in Trebisacce, in the province of Cosenza, Calabria, Italy.
The plant serves approximately 16,220 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU standards.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the Ionian Sea, a coastal water body of the Mediterranean Sea.
As an Italian plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 population equivalent.
Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving 10,000-150,000 population equivalent in coastal areas typically require secondary treatment, with possible tertiary treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.
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