Gotene avloppsreningsverk - Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant in Götene, Sweden

Gotene avloppsreningsverk is the municipal wastewater treatment plant serving the town of Götene in Västra Götaland County, Sweden. The plant serves a population equivalent of approximately 41,574, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under EU regulations. As a Swedish plant, Gotene avloppsreningsverk operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for discharges to freshwater and estuaries from agglomerations of this size. The plant's designed capacity is 1.00 (likely in thousands of cubic meters per day or similar unit), indicating it is sized to handle the local wastewater load. The treated effluent from the plant is discharged into the local watershed, which ultimately drains into Lake Vänern, Sweden's largest lake, via nearby rivers and streams. Lake Vänern is a ecologically significant freshwater body that supports diverse aquatic life and serves as a drinking water source for many communities. The plant's operations are crucial for protecting the water quality of this important lake and its downstream ecosystems.

Gotene avloppsreningsverk discharges treated wastewater into the local drainage network that flows into Lake Vänern, Sweden's largest lake. Lake Vänern is a major freshwater ecosystem supporting diverse fish populations, including salmon and trout, and serves as a critical habitat for migratory birds. The lake also provides drinking water for surrounding communities and is a key resource for recreation and tourism. Protecting its water quality from nutrient pollution and pathogens is essential for maintaining ecological balance and public health.