ID:
policies-2
Name:
The Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive
Issuing organisation:
European Parliament & Council
Geographical Scope:
EU
Type:
Legistlation
Scientific domain:
chemistry and biology
Type of water:
wastewater
Water management focus:
management
Parameter change rate assumption:
Description:
The UWWTD ensures proper treatment of urban wastewater to protect human health and the environment. It sets standards for wastewater treatment plants.
Status:
effective
Effect Date:
1991
Resource:
https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/water/urban-wastewater_en
Recommendations:
Recommends the collection and treatment of wastewater in urban areas to reduce pollution in the environment, especially in sensitive areas.
