Stangnes avlopsrenseanlegg - Harstad, Norway Wastewater Treatment Plant

Stangnes avlopsrenseanlegg is a wastewater treatment plant located in Harstad, Norway, serving a population of 5,206. The plant is situated in the coastal region of Troms, within 50 km of the coast. As a Norwegian plant, it operates under national regulations that implement the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC). For agglomerations of this size (5,206 people), secondary treatment is typically required, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local water environment, which ultimately drains into the Norwegian Sea. This coastal region supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries and ecosystems. The plant plays a key role in protecting the receiving waters from pollution.

The plant discharges into the coastal waters of the Norwegian Sea near Harstad. This area is part of the Vesterålen archipelago, known for its rich marine biodiversity, including fish stocks and seabird populations. The plant's operations help protect the local marine environment from untreated wastewater, supporting the ecological health of the fjords and coastal waters.