ACCELERATE UNIVERSAL AND EQUITABLE ACCESS TO ADEQUATE AND EQUITABLE SANITATION AND HYGIENE IN URBAN AREAS, INCLUDING THE TREATMENT AND REUSE OF WASTEWATER
MINISTRY OF PUBLIC WORKS OF CHILE
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Description
It is proposed to increase by 2030 the current 78% of wastewater reuse in urban sanitation services, since 22% is still discharged into the sea with basic treatment -33 marine outfalls.
In the second half of 2023, studies will be completed on the impact on water tariffs due to the incorporation of secondary treatment for wastewater currently discharged through submarine outfalls in coastal areas. This will make it possible to differentiate between those that are economically viable and those that will require subsidies or public investment.
Between 2023 and 2024 a study will be carried out with a proposed law to stimulate the reconversion of submarine outfalls to wastewater treatment plants in coastal areas, for those cases where it is not economically viable to incorporate this additional treatment to wastewater.
By the second half of 2024 there will be a public policy proposal for debate (with a law initiative and budgetary needs) regarding the incorporation, in areas of water deficit, of a diversified matrix where a % of the water source can come from treated wastewater.
The public company ECONSSA Chile has stipulated that 70% of the wastewater generated by the city of Antofagasta will be reused by 2030, improving water quality and reducing pollution on the sea coast. To achieve this goal, the most appropriate business model will be defined in 2023, procurement and bidding processes will be completed in 2024, and construction will begin in late 2025, so that the first supply of treated water for reuse, with a treatment capacity of 900 l/s, will be available in 2029.
Significantly reduces water discharged into the sea along the Chilean coast, and reuses water from sewage treatment plants
People from urban communities
SDGS & Targets
Goal 6
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
6.1
By 2030, achieve universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water for all
6.1.1
Proportion of population using safely managed drinking water services
6.2
By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations
6.2.1
Proportion of population using (a) safely managed sanitation services and (b) a hand-washing facility with soap and water
6.3
By 2030, improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials, halving the proportion of untreated wastewater and substantially increasing recycling and safe reuse globally
6.3.1
Proportion of domestic and industrial wastewater flows safely treated
6.3.2
Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality
6.4
6.4.1
Change in water-use efficiency over time
6.4.2
Level of water stress: freshwater withdrawal as a proportion of available freshwater resources
6.5
By 2030, implement integrated water resources management at all levels, including through transboundary cooperation as appropriate
6.5.1
Degree of integrated water resources management
6.5.2
Proportion of transboundary basin area with an operational arrangement for water cooperation
6.6
6.6.1
Change in the extent of water-related ecosystems over time
6.a
6.a.1
Amount of water- and sanitation-related official development assistance that is part of a government-coordinated spending plan
6.b
Support and strengthen the participation of local communities in improving water and sanitation management
6.b.1
Proportion of local administrative units with established and operational policies and procedures for participation of local communities in water and sanitation management
SDG 14 targets covered
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Carlos , Chief of Staff, Ministry of Public Works