Overview
UWWTP Garmerwolde serves over 230,000 people in Groningen, Netherlands. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's water quality.
UWWTP Garmerwolde is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Garmerwolde, Groningen, Netherlands. It serves a population of approximately 231,383, making it a large agglomeration under EU classification. The plant is situated in the northern part of the country, near the city of Groningen. As a large-scale treatment plant in the Netherlands, UWWTP Garmerwolde operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires advanced treatment for sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in million cubic meters per year or similar unit), indicating significant infrastructure to handle the region's wastewater. The plant's treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Wadden Sea is an ecologically sensitive intertidal zone that supports diverse bird populations and marine life. Proper treatment at this plant helps protect this vital ecosystem from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The treated effluent from UWWTP Garmerwolde flows into the local canal network, which connects to the Eems-Dollard estuary and eventually the Wadden Sea. The Wadden Sea is a critical habitat for migratory birds, seals, and fish species. Nutrient loading from wastewater can lead to eutrophication, so advanced treatment is essential to maintain the ecological balance of this dynamic coastal environment.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP Garmerwolde is located in Garmerwolde, a village in the province of Groningen, Netherlands. The address is RWZI Garmerwolde, Grasdijkweg 2, 9798 TC Garmerwolde.
The plant serves approximately 231,383 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
The treated effluent is discharged into the local canal network, which flows into the Eems-Dollard estuary and ultimately the Wadden Sea.
As a Dutch plant serving over 150,000 people, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates tertiary treatment for sensitive areas like the Wadden Sea.
Large agglomerations in the Netherlands typically employ advanced tertiary treatment, including nutrient removal, to meet stringent EU standards and protect sensitive coastal ecosystems.
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