The new Copero Advanced Composting Plant, launched by EMASESA in Seville, addresses two main challenges: recovering sludge from urban wastewater for agricultural use and significantly reducing odor emissions impacting local residents.
Through innovative operational controls and advanced monitoring systems, the facility ensures efficient composting while minimizing environmental and social impacts.
S. Romero, E. Toro & F.J. Busto
Complejo Ambiental Copero. Dos Hermanas (Sevilla)
In Chile, there have been several emblematic cases related to odor episodes that have caused conflict due to their nuisance, affecting people's quality of life. In the 2022, the first pollutant emission standard for pig farms was created, but it does not guarantee the elimination of community discomfort.
Even when legal limits are met, complaints persist, so companies are advised to analyze the root causes of complaints and use meteorological data to improve their response. This way, they can better manage impacts and maintain more effective communication with the community.
A. Rivera
Ingeniero Ambiental, Licenciado en Ciencias Ambientales, Universidad de Concepción. Región de Valparaíso, Quillota, Chile.
The design of wastewater collection systems is crucial for efficient water reclamation, focusing not only on hydraulic performance but also on biological and chemical factors that impact water quality and infrastructure longevity.
Addressing issues like corrosion, odors, and hazardous conditions in the design phase enhances sustainability and reduces costs. This paper explores key design strategies linked to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) benefits, including limiting anaerobic conditions, reducing turbulence, enforcing pretreatment, and planning for system growth, supported by a case study demonstrating successful implementation.
A. Caicedo, V. Harshman.
V&A Consulting Engineers, Inc.
11000 Broadway, Suite 320, Oakland, California, USA.
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