The Cricket Valley Energy Center (CVEC) facility obtains water from deep underground wells in order to prevent an impact on the Swamp River and surface aquifer. The plant utilizes air-cooled condensers, which reduce water use by more than 98% compared to traditional cooling methods in comparable facilities. In addition, the facility has designed a zero-liquid discharge system which means that no water is released to the area surrounding the site. Also, a stormwater management plan, including native landscaping and collection raingardens, minimizes runoff from rainfall. For more information on water quality, click here.