Overview
UWWTP HARLINGEN serves the port city of Harlingen in Fryslân, Netherlands, treating wastewater from approximately 32,377 people. The plant discharges into the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treat
UWWTP HARLINGEN is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Harlingen, a coastal city in the province of Fryslân, Netherlands. The plant serves a population equivalent of approximately 32,377, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. Its location near the Wadden Sea places it in an ecologically sensitive coastal zone. As a Dutch plant, UWWTP HARLINGEN operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges into sensitive areas like the Wadden Sea. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day), and it is expected to meet stringent nutrient removal standards to protect the marine environment. The treated effluent from UWWTP HARLINGEN is discharged into the Wadden Sea, a shallow tidal sea that is part of the North Sea. The Wadden Sea is a critical habitat for migratory birds, seals, and diverse marine life. The plant's performance directly influences the water quality of this internationally important ecosystem.
Environmental context
UWWTP HARLINGEN discharges into the Wadden Sea, a shallow coastal sea connected to the North Sea. This area is a vital stopover for migratory birds and supports rich biodiversity, including seal populations and tidal flats. The plant's location within 50 km of the coast underscores the importance of advanced treatment to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect the sensitive marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
UWWTP HARLINGEN is located in Harlingen, a port city in the province of Fryslân, Netherlands. The plant's address is Ludingaweg, Oostpoort, Koetille, Harlingen.
The plant serves approximately 32,377 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Wadden Sea, a shallow tidal sea that connects to the North Sea. The plant's coastal location requires advanced treatment to protect the sensitive marine ecosystem.
As a Dutch plant, UWWTP HARLINGEN operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). This directive mandates secondary treatment for discharges into sensitive areas like the Wadden Sea, with additional nutrient removal requirements.
For medium-sized agglomerations in the Netherlands, the EU UWWTD requires secondary treatment as a minimum. Given the sensitive coastal receiving waters, plants like UWWTP HARLINGEN typically employ biological treatment with nutrient removal to meet stringent effluent standards.
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