Sewerage

NACE v2.1 Code: E37.0

About sewerage

NACE code 37.0, 'Sewerage', encompasses the operation of sewer systems and sewage treatment facilities. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy by collecting, treating, and disposing of wastewater and sewage, ensuring the proper management of water resources and the protection of the environment. The sewerage industry is an essential component of a country's infrastructure, supporting various other economic activities and contributing to public health and sustainability.

Production process

The main production techniques in the sewerage industry involve the collection, transportation, and treatment of wastewater and sewage. This typically includes the operation of sewer networks, pumping stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Treatment processes may involve physical, chemical, and biological methods to remove contaminants, such as solids, organic matter, and nutrients, before the treated water is discharged or reused.

Production inputs

The sewerage industry requires a range of inputs, including infrastructure such as sewer pipes, pumps, and treatment equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on energy sources, chemicals (e.g., disinfectants, coagulants), and skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and operators, to maintain and operate the sewerage systems.

Production outputs

The primary output of the sewerage industry is the treatment and disposal of wastewater and sewage, ensuring the safe and responsible management of water resources. The treated water may be discharged into the environment or, in some cases, reused for various purposes, such as agricultural irrigation or industrial processes. The industry also generates byproducts, such as sludge, which can be further processed and utilized, for example, in 38.2 Waste treatment and disposal or 38.3 Materials recovery.

Revisions to 37.0

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 37.0. The most recent 1 version of this code (37.0) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 37.0.

Older versions

Family tree for sewerage

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/E'>E: WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE, WASTE MANAGEMENT AND REMEDIATION ACTIVITIES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/E/37'>37: Sewerage</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/E/37/0'>37.0: Sewerage</a>"]

    
    C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/E/37/00'>37.00: Sewerage</a>"]


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