Wastewater Treatment Plants

Definition

Wastewater treatment plants are facilities that remove pollutants and contaminants from wastewater before it is released back into the environment. They use various physical, chemical, and biological processes to treat the water.

Related terms

Industrial Discharges: These are harmful substances or pollutants that are released into the environment by industries during their manufacturing processes.

Stormwater Runoff: This refers to rainwater or melted snow that flows over land surfaces and collects pollutants along the way before entering rivers, lakes, or oceans.

Water Pollution: It is the contamination of water bodies (such as rivers, lakes, and oceans) due to human activities, which can harm aquatic life and affect human health.