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)

   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.

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