Safety is becoming a top priority in the energy transition. As battery storage scales across homes, industries, and critical infrastructure, the need for safer, regulation-ready solutions is
The energy storage industry is committed to working with state and local agencies to address concerns raised by the Moss Landing incident and promote safety at all battery energy storage system (BESS) facilities. The
The recent fire at the Moss Landing battery storage facility in California, operated by Vistra, has raised concerns in the energy industry, raising critical questions about the safety
AB 303 aims to enhance safety standards for large-scale battery storage in California, with local approval authority and mandatory buffer zones from sensitive areas
Energy storage is a resilience enabling and reliability enhancing technology. Across the country, states are choosing energy storage as the best and most cost-effective way to improve grid resilience and reliability. ACP has
Large-scale fire testing of the type carried out on Wärtsilä''s Quantum products looks likely to become industry-wide in the US. Image: Wärtsilä. Energy-Storage.news Premium''s mini-series on fire safety and
The American Clean Power Association is pushing for greater safety standardization in the energy storage industry, guided by the National Fire Protection
Californians for Safe Energy Storage is a coalition of leaders across 12 counties representing approximately 21 million people across the state (and growing). We seek to empower communities to demand safer and
Introduction Energy storage systems (ESS) are essential elements in global eforts to increase the availability and reliability of alternative energy sources and to reduce our reliance on energy
Large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) Large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS), particularly those using lithium-ion batteries, present several
As battery energy storage grows in scale and importance, the need to ensure that these systems are designed, installed and operated in as safe and environmentally responsible a manner as
As battery energy storage systems (BESS) rapidly expand to support renewable energy, new data reveals a concerning trend: while failure rates appear to be improving, the actual risk of fires at individual facilities might
They enable electrification of the transportation sector and provide stationary grid storage, critical to developing the clean-energy economy. The U.S. has a strong research community, a robust
The recent fire at the Moss Landing battery storage facility in California, operated by Vistra, has raised concerns in the energy industry, raising critical questions about the safety and future
Utility-scale battery energy storage is safe and highly regulated, growing safer as technology advances and as regulations adopt the most up-to-date safety standards.
A battery energy storage system is a type of energy storage system that uses batteries to store and distribute energy as electricity. BESSs are often used to enable energy from renewable sources, like
Lithium-ion Battery Safety Lithium-ion batteries are one type of rechargeable battery technology (other examples include sodium ion and solid state) that supplies power to many devices we
The Battery Energy Storage: Blueprint for Safety was informed by an assessment conducted by the Fire and Risk Alliance. Image: Fluence via ACP Clean energy trade body
The EASE Guidelines on Safety Best Practices for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are designed to support the safe deployment of outdoor, utility-scale lithium-ion (Li-ion) BESS across Europe. These guidelines aim
Some helpful definitions follow: BESS: A stationary energy storage system using battery technology. The focus of the database is on lithium ion technologies, but other battery
A notable trend in battery energy storage systems (BESS) is the integration of early thermal runaway detection and containment mechanisms, which are crucial for preventing and mitigating safety
Energy professionals must stay on their toes and keep up with the most recent safety information available to prevent unnecessary injury or damage. Here is what to know about safety for battery energy
Summary The following document summarizes safety and siting recommendations for large battery energy storage systems (BESS), defined as 600 kWh and higher, as provided by the
Safety is a fundamental aspect of battery energy storage. Whether for residential, commercial, or industrial applications, maintaining high safety standards is
If the energy storage industry has learned anything from 2023, then it is that battery safety requires more attention. Numerous incidents in 2023 show that keeping batteries safe is not as easy as it may
Current battery energy storage system (BESS) safety approaches leads to frequent failures due to safety gaps. A holistic approach aims to comprehensively improve
The research topics identified in this roadmap should be addressed to increase battery energy storage system (BESS) safety and reliability. The roadmap processes the findings and lessons
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) has unveiled a comprehensive framework to enhance the safety of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the U.S. This initiative is
A Framework for Action The battery energy storage industry has developed a comprehensive and proactive approach to ensuring safety across the United States. This Blueprint for Safety
This document outlines a framework for ensuring safety in the battery energy storage industry through rigorous standards, certifications, and proactive collaboration with various stakeholders.
A clean-energy trade group''s report offers safety guidelines for battery energy storage systems following a fire at one of the largest battery storage plants.
A notable trend in battery energy storage systems (BESS) is the integration of early thermal runaway detection and containment mechanisms, which are crucial for
The global transition toward renewable energy depends on solutions such as battery energy storage systems (BESS), but concerns about safety have slowed their adoption
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 28, 2025 — Today, the American Clean Power Association (ACP) released a comprehensive framework to ensure the safety of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in every community across the United States, informed by a new assessment of previous fire incidents at BESS facilities.
This document outlines a framework for ensuring safety in the battery energy storage industry through rigorous standards, certifications, and proactive collaboration with various stakeholders. It emphasizes collaboration with fire departments, safety experts, policymakers, and regulators to implement safety recommendations.
A report released Friday by a clean-energy trade group spells out best practices for safe use of large-scale battery energy storage systems following a major fire at a battery facility early this year.
It emphasizes collaboration with fire departments, safety experts, policymakers, and regulators to implement safety recommendations. The goal is to ensure the safe and reliable performance of battery energy storage systems as critical power grid infrastructure.
Utility-scale battery energy storage is safe and highly regulated, growing safer as technology advances and as regulations adopt the most up-to-date safety standards. Discover more about energy storage & safety at EnergyStorage.org
“The energy storage industry is committed to a proactive and tireless approach to safety and reliability. At its core, energy storage facilities are critical infrastructure designed to protect people from power outages,” said ACP VP of Energy Storage Noah Roberts.
