BANYERES Wastewater Treatment Plant - Banyeres de Mariola, Spain

The BANYERES wastewater treatment plant is located in Banyeres de Mariola, within the Comunitat Valenciana region of Spain. It serves a population of approximately 22,548 people as part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure. Under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), agglomerations with a population equivalent (PE) between 10,000 and 150,000 are classified as medium agglomerations. Such plants are generally required to provide secondary treatment, with tertiary treatment mandated if the receiving waters are designated as sensitive areas. The plant's capacity and population served align with this regulatory framework, indicating compliance with EU standards for wastewater treatment. The plant discharges treated water into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into the Mediterranean Sea. The region's aquatic ecosystems benefit from proper treatment, supporting biodiversity and water quality in downstream rivers and coastal areas. The plant plays a key role in protecting the environment and public health in the area.

The BANYERES plant discharges into the local river system, which flows through the Comunitat Valenciana region and eventually reaches the Mediterranean Sea. The downstream environment includes ecologically sensitive coastal areas that support diverse marine life and migratory species. Proper treatment helps prevent nutrient pollution and protects the health of these aquatic habitats.