Community Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Workshop | North Carolina
Community Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Workshop | North Carolina
The Center for Energy Education, in partnership with the Carolinas Development Assistance and Siting Hub, invites community members to attend a Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Workshop in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
This session will provide an accessible overview of battery energy storage systems, how they work, and what they mean for communities across the region.
What You’ll Learn
- The benefits of battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Battery safety and fire safety considerations
- Planning and permitting processes
- How BESS supports solar and standalone energy systems
Participants will hear from expert speakers and have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in discussion.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 19, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: 460 Airport Road
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Lunch will be provided.
Register
Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot or https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFVWLTrjC3b31fREFTO-E4XrTOCUq4XoWRRIeZXWn6VLRYnA/viewform