Overview
Alstad renseanlegg is a secondary wastewater treatment plant serving Bodø, Norway. It discharges treated effluent near the coast of Nordland county, with a design capacity of 780 cubic meters per day.
Alstad renseanlegg is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in the Alstad district of Bodø, Norway. The plant serves the local population as part of the city's wastewater infrastructure, operating under Norwegian environmental regulations which align with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD). The plant provides secondary treatment, a standard level for coastal communities in Norway to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. With a design capacity of 780 cubic meters per day, it handles a significant portion of Bodø's wastewater. The actual discharge volume is 116.93 cubic meters per day, indicating operational capacity well within design limits. Treated effluent is discharged into the coastal waters of the Norwegian Sea near Bodø. This area supports diverse marine life and is part of the larger North Atlantic ecosystem. The plant's coastal location requires careful management to protect local water quality and marine habitats.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Norwegian Sea near Bodø, which ultimately connects to the North Atlantic Ocean. This region supports diverse marine ecosystems, including fish stocks and seabird populations. The coastal environment is sensitive to nutrient inputs, making secondary treatment important for minimizing ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
Alstad renseanlegg is located in the Alstad district of Bodø, Nordland county, Norway. The address is 33, Åltjønnveien, Jensvoll, Alstad, Bodø.
The plant provides secondary treatment, which involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids before discharge.
Treated wastewater is discharged into coastal waters near Bodø, ultimately reaching the Norwegian Sea.
Norway implements the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD), which requires secondary treatment for coastal discharges from agglomerations of this scale.
Coastal plants in Norway typically provide secondary treatment as a minimum, with some requiring additional nutrient removal in sensitive areas.
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