Overview
ARUCAS CARDONES wastewater treatment plant serves Arucas, Canarias, Spain. It is located near the coast and serves a population of approximately 21,529.
ARUCAS CARDONES is a wastewater treatment plant located in Arucas, on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Spain. It serves a population of about 21,529 people, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. The plant is situated near the coast, indicating its treated effluent likely discharges into the Atlantic Ocean. As a Spanish facility, ARUCAS CARDONES operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. The directive also mandates more stringent treatment if the discharge enters sensitive areas, which coastal zones may be designated as. The plant's proximity to the coast means its discharge directly affects the marine environment of the Atlantic Ocean. The Canary Islands are known for their unique marine biodiversity, including species like sea turtles and cetaceans. Proper treatment is essential to protect these ecosystems from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Atlantic Ocean near the northern coast of Gran Canaria. The coastal waters support diverse marine life, including seagrass meadows and coral reefs, which are sensitive to nutrient enrichment and pollutants. The Canary Islands are a biodiversity hotspot, and the discharge must comply with EU standards to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
ARUCAS CARDONES is located in Arucas, on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Spain. The address is GC-2, Tinocas, Arucas, Las Palmas, Canarias, 35413.
The plant serves approximately 21,529 people, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU wastewater treatment directives.
Given its coastal location, the plant likely discharges treated effluent into the Atlantic Ocean. Coastal plants typically use submarine outfalls.
The plant protects the coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean near Gran Canaria. There are no major rivers on the island; instead, the plant prevents pollution of marine ecosystems.
As a Spanish plant serving over 15,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment. Coastal discharges may also need additional treatment to protect sensitive marine areas.
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