Overview
Flesland renseanlegg is a wastewater treatment plant serving approximately 43,240 people in Bergen, Norway. Located in the Vestland region, it operates under Norway's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
Flesland renseanlegg is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in the Ytrebygda district of Bergen, Norway. Serving a population of around 43,240, it is part of the region's essential water infrastructure. The plant is situated near the coast, reflecting Bergen's maritime geography. As a Norwegian facility, Flesland renseanlegg operates under national regulations that align with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For agglomerations of this size (between 10,000 and 100,000 population equivalent), the directive typically requires secondary treatment or more advanced processes, especially in sensitive coastal areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in a unit such as m³/s or similar), indicating its scale. The treated effluent from Flesland renseanlegg discharges into the coastal waters of the North Sea near Bergen. This area supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries and tourism. The plant plays a key role in protecting the local marine environment from nutrient pollution and pathogens, contributing to the ecological health of the fjords and coastal ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the North Sea near Bergen, which are part of the larger Norwegian Sea ecosystem. This marine environment supports diverse aquatic life, including fish stocks and seabird populations. The area is ecologically sensitive due to its role as a spawning and nursery ground for commercially important species. Proper treatment is essential to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality in the fjords.
Frequently asked questions
Flesland renseanlegg is located in the Ytrebygda district of Bergen, Vestland county, Norway. Its address is 93 Slettenvegen, Sletten, Bergen.
The plant serves approximately 43,240 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU wastewater directives.
The treated effluent is discharged into coastal waters near Bergen, ultimately reaching the North Sea. The plant's coastal location requires treatment standards that protect the marine environment.
As a Norwegian plant, it operates under national regulations implementing the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible tertiary treatment in sensitive areas.
In Norway, plants serving populations between 10,000 and 100,000 usually employ secondary biological treatment, such as activated sludge or biofilm processes. Coastal plants may also include phosphorus removal to protect fjords and marine ecosystems.
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