Horsoy renseanlegg - Secondary Wastewater Treatment in Hetlevik, Norway

Horsoy renseanlegg is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Hetlevik, on the island of Askøy in Vestland county, Norway. The plant serves a small population of 200 people and operates with secondary treatment, which is the standard level required under Norwegian regulations for smaller agglomerations. The plant has a designed capacity of 600 cubic meters per day and currently discharges a volume of 86.74 cubic meters per day. As a coastal facility within 10 km of the sea, it operates under Norway's implementation of the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment for discharges into sensitive coastal areas. The treated effluent from Horsoy renseanlegg is released into the coastal waters of the North Sea, near the island of Askøy. This area supports diverse marine life and is part of a region known for its fjords and rich aquatic ecosystems. The plant's location requires careful management to protect the local marine environment.

Horsoy renseanlegg discharges treated wastewater into the coastal waters of the North Sea near Askøy, Vestland. The receiving environment is a marine ecosystem that supports fish, seabirds, and other aquatic life. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge must meet strict standards to prevent nutrient enrichment and protect water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.