Why Plume Abatement?

Plume from a cooling tower can pose several issues. It may affect visibility and safety as well as public perception. Plume abatement is the process of removing this visible plume.

Why is plume abatement important?

• Aesthetics / Neighbor Relations

  Even though the cooling tower plume is made up of water vapor, a community may perceive it as unwanted or smoke-related. This may affect the use of nearby land or decrease property values.

• Safety

  Community concerns regarding visibility can be removed by significantly reducing visible plume.

• Retrofit

  The ClearSky Plume Abatement System can be added to existing cooling towers in many cases, making plume abatement even more economical.

• Permitting

  Permitting can be a long and costly process. Eliminating the visible plume may enhance a smooth permitting process.

• Water Conservation

  Water is increasingly becoming a scarce and valuable commodity. Removing water from the vapor plume can help decrease water-related costs and help the environment.

Plume is a Normal Issue

Cooling tower systems have been around for decades. SPX Cooling Technologies brand has been synonymous with leading cooling tower technology since 1892.

And while every SPX cooling system is designed for maximum performance, certain environmental conditions can lead to visible water vapor plumes — plumes that can affect visibility and safety as well as public perception, and potentially delay permits and jeopardize project timelines.

For many, finding a cooling solution that provides exceptional performance and value while minimizing plume development has been challenging. Fortunately, we have developed a ground-breaking solution to this problem.