The Office of the Governor of the State of California
09/27/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/27/2024 19:05
Governor Newsom convenes state-level experts to collaborate on and advance battery storage technologies
Sep 27, 2024
Governor Newsom convenes state-level experts to collaborate on and advance battery storage technologies
What you need to know: A new cross-agency collaborative will review the battery storage landscape as the technology continues to proliferate throughout California.
SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom today announced a new state-level collaborative to examine battery storage technologies and safety considerations as batteries proliferate in critical infrastructure and everyday life in California.
The collaborative brings together multiple state agencies and departments with regulatory and industry expertise, including the California Air Resources Board, California Energy Commission, California Public Utilities Commission, CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal, the Governor's Office of Emergency Services, and the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development.
Battery storage is a key piece of our state's clean energy future. As the technology evolves, California is working to advance battery safety and reliability. Working with our state experts, we'll identify ways to enhance safety while continuing to innovate this vital technology.
Governor Gavin Newsom
The collaborative will review the battery storage landscape for opportunities to improve battery safety, including technology development and best practices for outreach and education, permitting and installation of battery projects, inspection and monitoring practices, and first responder training and safety. The collaborative enhances coordination between state agencies, many of which are already working on these areas.
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