Overview
PALMA I is a major wastewater treatment plant serving 228,810 people in Palma, Illes Balears, Spain. Located near the coast, it operates under EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive standards.
PALMA I is a major wastewater treatment facility serving the city of Palma on the island of Mallorca in the Illes Balears region of Spain. With a population equivalent of 228,810, it is classified as a large agglomeration under EU regulations, requiring advanced treatment to protect the sensitive coastal environment. As a plant serving over 150,000 people, PALMA I is subject to the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive 91/271/EEC, which mandates tertiary treatment for discharges into sensitive areas. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in cubic meters per day or equivalent units), reflecting its role in managing the wastewater of a major Mediterranean tourist destination. The treated effluent from PALMA I is discharged into the Mediterranean Sea, which is a sensitive marine ecosystem supporting diverse aquatic life and important for tourism and fisheries. The plant plays a critical role in preventing nutrient pollution and protecting water quality in the Balearic Sea, a key ecological and economic resource for the region.
Environmental context
PALMA I discharges treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea near Palma, a coastal city on the island of Mallorca. The receiving waters are part of the Balearic Sea, which supports seagrass meadows, fish nurseries, and migratory species. Nutrient loading from wastewater can lead to eutrophication, so advanced treatment is essential to maintain water quality and protect the marine ecosystem.
Frequently asked questions
PALMA I is located at camí de Ses Argiles, Sant Jordi, S'Aranjassa, Palma, Illes Balears, 07600, Spain, on the island of Mallorca.
PALMA I serves a population equivalent of 228,810, making it a large agglomeration under EU classification.
PALMA I discharges treated wastewater into the Mediterranean Sea, specifically into the Balearic Sea near Palma.
As a plant serving over 150,000 people, PALMA I is classified as a large agglomeration under the EU UWWTD (91/271/EEC), which requires tertiary treatment for discharges into sensitive coastal areas to prevent eutrophication.
For large agglomerations in Spain, the EU UWWTD mandates secondary treatment as a minimum, with tertiary treatment required for sensitive areas like the Mediterranean coast. Plants typically use activated sludge processes followed by nutrient removal and disinfection.
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