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Warsan Sewage Treatment Plant - Dubai, UAE | Advanced Wastewater Treatment and Reuse

Also known as: Al Aweer Sewage Treatment Plant • DM Warsan • Al Awir STP • Aweer STP
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

Warsan Sewage Treatment Plant in Dubai, UAE, is an advanced facility serving 2.2 million people. It treats wastewater using activated sludge with nutrient removal and tertiary filtration, with most effluent reused for landscape irrigation.

Warsan Sewage Treatment Plant is a major wastewater facility located in the Warsan area of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Operated by Dubai Municipality, it serves a population of approximately 2.2 million, making it one of the largest treatment plants in the region. The plant is situated in the Dubai Emirate and plays a critical role in managing the city's wastewater. The plant employs advanced treatment processes, including activated sludge with nutrient removal and tertiary filtration, ensuring high-quality effluent. With a designed capacity of 435,000 cubic meters per day and a current utilization of 91.95%, it operates near full capacity. The treated water is primarily reused for landscape irrigation, supporting Dubai's green spaces, while biogas generated on site is recovered for electricity production. The plant's operations align with the UAE's stringent environmental standards for water reuse and energy recovery. By recycling wastewater for irrigation, the plant reduces demand on freshwater resources and contributes to the sustainability of the arid region. The facility's advanced treatment level ensures that the reused water meets quality requirements for non-potable applications.

Environmental context

Warsan STP discharges treated effluent for landscape irrigation within Dubai's urban landscape, supporting parks and green areas. The plant's water reuse reduces reliance on desalinated water and groundwater, conserving local freshwater resources. The facility also generates biogas for electricity, lowering its carbon footprint. Located inland, it poses minimal direct risk to marine ecosystems, though its operations contribute to the overall water management of the Dubai watershed.

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AuthorityDubai Municipality

Frequently asked questions

Warsan Sewage Treatment Plant is located at 221 Manama Street, Warsan 2, Mushrif, Dubai Emirate, United Arab Emirates.

The plant serves approximately 2.2 million people in the Dubai area.

The treated wastewater is primarily reused for landscape irrigation, supporting Dubai's green spaces. The plant also recovers biogas for on-site electricity generation.

The plant uses advanced treatment including activated sludge with nutrient removal and tertiary filtration to produce high-quality effluent suitable for reuse.

The plant supports Dubai's water sustainability goals by recycling wastewater for irrigation, reducing demand on freshwater resources. It operates under Dubai Municipality's regulations and aligns with national water reuse standards.

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