Research Foundation releases new report on lithium-ion battery energy storage systems (ESS)

How can lithium ion battery energy storage systems (ESS) be installed safely, and what are appropriate emergency response tactics? The Fire Protection Research Foundation (the Foundation) has released its Fire Hazard Assessment of Lithium Ion Battery Energy Storage Systems report, which provides an overview of lithium ion battery usage in ESS. The report works to establish safe installation requirements for ESS integrators and installers, along with appropriate emergency response tactics for standards developers, AHJs and emergency responders. Report co-author Andrew Blum, P.E., CFEI, Exponent, Inc., will be hosting a free webinar training on this issue on April 19, 12:30-2:00 p.m....