Overview
Costa Teguise wastewater treatment plant serves 30,100 people in Teguise, Canary Islands, Spain. Located near the coast, it operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
Costa Teguise wastewater treatment plant is located in the town of Costa Teguise, part of the municipality of Teguise on the island of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands, Spain. The plant serves a population of approximately 30,100, placing it in the medium agglomeration category under EU regulations. As a Spanish facility, the plant operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size discharging into coastal waters. The plant's coastal location means it must meet stringent discharge standards to protect marine ecosystems. The treated effluent is discharged into the Atlantic Ocean near the eastern coast of Lanzarote. The surrounding waters are part of the Macaronesian biogeographic region, supporting diverse marine life including sea turtles and cetaceans. The plant plays a key role in preventing nutrient pollution and safeguarding the coastal environment, which is vital for tourism and local fisheries.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Atlantic Ocean off the east coast of Lanzarote, part of the Canary Islands archipelago. The receiving waters are characterized by oligotrophic conditions and support sensitive marine habitats, including seagrass meadows and coral formations. The plant's operation helps protect these ecosystems from nutrient over-enrichment and pathogen contamination, which is critical for maintaining water quality in a region heavily dependent on tourism and marine biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Costa Teguise, a coastal town in the municipality of Teguise on the island of Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
The plant serves approximately 30,100 people, classifying it as a medium agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated effluent is discharged into the Atlantic Ocean off the east coast of Lanzarote, following treatment that meets EU standards for coastal discharge.
As a Spanish plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates secondary treatment for agglomerations over 10,000 people discharging into coastal waters.
For medium agglomerations in Spain, secondary treatment (biological treatment) is standard, with additional nutrient removal required if discharging into sensitive areas. Coastal plants often include disinfection to protect marine environments.
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