Naujosios Akmenes aglomeracija, Vegeriai

Overview

Naujosios Akmenes aglomeracija serves Vegeriai, Lithuania, treating wastewater for approximately 9,500 people. The plant operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.

Naujosios Akmenes aglomeracija is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Vegeriai, within the Šiaulių apskritis region of Lithuania. It serves a population of approximately 9,500 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU definitions. As a Lithuanian facility, the plant is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more advanced treatment if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's operational details align with national implementation of these standards. The treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that ultimately drain into the Baltic Sea via the Venta River basin. This connection to the Baltic Sea underscores the plant's role in protecting downstream aquatic ecosystems and coastal water quality. Proper treatment helps reduce nutrient loading and supports the ecological health of the region.

Environmental context

The plant discharges into the Venta River basin, which flows into the Baltic Sea. This watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for migratory fish species. The Baltic Sea is a semi-enclosed sea sensitive to nutrient pollution, making effective wastewater treatment critical for preventing eutrophication and maintaining marine ecosystem health.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located in Vegeriai, within the Šiaulių apskritis region of Lithuania.

The plant serves approximately 9,500 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration.

Treated effluent is discharged into local waterways that are part of the Venta River basin, which ultimately drains into the Baltic Sea.

The plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size and may require advanced treatment if the receiving waters are sensitive.

Under the EU UWWTD, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 people typically require secondary treatment. Lithuania implements this directive through national legislation, ensuring compliance with European standards.