FLO32 Krokane Vest Nygard Wastewater Treatment Plant, Florø, Norway

FLO32 Krokane Vest Nygard is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Florø, a coastal town in Vestland county, Norway. The plant serves a population of approximately 400 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under Norwegian regulations. It is situated near the coast, reflecting the region's maritime geography. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required for small communities in Norway under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), as Norway is part of the European Economic Area. The plant has a designed capacity of 460 m³/day and currently discharges 173.47 m³/day of treated effluent, indicating operational capacity well within its design limits. The treated wastewater is discharged into the local coastal waters of the North Sea, which supports diverse marine life and is an important fishing and ecological area. The plant plays a key role in protecting the coastal environment from untreated sewage, contributing to the health of the fjords and nearshore ecosystems in the region.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the North Sea near Florø, within the Vestland fjord system. This area supports diverse marine life, including fish stocks and seabird populations, and is ecologically sensitive due to its role as a nursery ground for commercial species. The discharge contributes to the overall water quality of the region, which ultimately drains into the Norwegian Sea.