Overview
RA2 Noisomhed wastewater treatment plant serves 13,326 people in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway. It is located within 50 km of the coast and discharges into the local watershed.
RA2 Noisomhed is a wastewater treatment plant located in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway, serving a population of 13,326. The plant is situated in a coastal region within 50 km of the Norwegian Sea, reflecting the area's maritime climate and urban-rural mix. As a Norwegian facility, RA2 Noisomhed operates under national regulations aligned with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) through the EEA Agreement. For agglomerations of this size (13,326 people), secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for additional nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day), indicating adequate infrastructure for its service population. The plant's treated effluent ultimately reaches the Norwegian Sea via local watercourses. The receiving environment supports diverse marine life, including fish stocks and seabird populations, making proper treatment essential for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health in this coastal region.
Environmental context
RA2 Noisomhed discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Norwegian Sea, a productive marine ecosystem supporting fisheries and biodiversity. The area is ecologically sensitive due to its coastal nature, with potential impacts on fjord habitats and migratory species. Effective wastewater treatment helps protect these waters from nutrient enrichment and contaminants.
Frequently asked questions
RA2 Noisomhed is located in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway, at Fannestrandvegen 120, near the coast of the Norwegian Sea.
The plant serves approximately 13,326 people in the Molde area.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local watercourses that flow into the Norwegian Sea, a coastal marine environment.
As a Norwegian plant, it operates under national regulations implementing the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC) via the EEA Agreement, requiring secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 people.
For agglomerations of this size, secondary treatment is standard, with possible tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive areas like fjords or coastal zones.
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