Preparedness Guide: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

The world is transitioning towards a more sustainable form of power generation, and the use of renewable energy is raising the importance of battery energy storage solutions (BESS) for power grid resilience. With this comes the expected and significant increase in the number of BESS installations in the near future.

The various components that make-up BESS and how they function enables the various applications of BESS. Its usage, for instance, ranges from load management, power back-up, frequency control as well as renewable energy integration.

Evolving technology for battery energy storage systems (BESS) raises the need for greater understanding of the associated risks. Battery chemistries, BESS for energy optimisation, thermal runway are some factors to be considered.

How can the risks associated with battery energy storage systems be managed? This preparedness guide aims to help you better understand and manage these risks. Learn how application of the following areas can help you mitigate BESS-related risks:

• Li-ion BESS fire testing
• Fire protection design
• Fire and smoke detection measures
• Separation
• Emergency ventilation and/or sparking systems
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• Construction risk

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