Applications
1. Water-Scarce Regions
- Data centers in desert climates
- Power plants with limited water rights
2. Urban/High-Visibility Sites
- Hospitals, universities, luxury hotels
- Areas with strict plume/visibility regulations
3. Cold Climate Facilities
- Plants needing year-round operation
- Where freezing is a major concern for open towers
Facilities with Variable Loads
- Manufacturing plants with seasonal production
- District cooling systems
5. Environmental Sensitive Areas
- Where drift/chemical emissions must be minimized
Economic Considerations
When to Choose This Design:
| Condition | Recommendation |
| Water cost > $3/1000 gal | Strong candidate |
| Strict plume regulations | Often required |
| Freezing concerns + high efficiency needs | Excellent fit |
| High electricity costs + variable climate | Good ROI potential |
| Limited space for separate dry/wet systems | Space-efficient solution |
Typical Payback Period:
- 3-7 years in water-scarce regions
- 5-10 years in water-rich areas
- Shorter if plume abatement is mandated