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SUMMARY:Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Workshop for First Responders
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Energy Education (C4EE) invites first responders to participate in an upcoming Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Workshop designed to strengthen safety\, preparedness\, and emergency response planning. \nAs battery energy storage systems become more common in communities across the country\, first responders must be prepared to safely and effectively respond to incidents involving this rapidly developing technology. This workshop will explore the benefits of BESS\, the planning process for local installations\, and essential safety procedures for operating and responding to battery energy storage systems within a community. \nWorkshop Topics \n\nBattery and fire safety\nBenefits of battery energy storage systems\nDeveloping an emergency response plan\nBESS as a component of solar installations\nStand-alone battery energy storage applications\n\nEvent Details \nDate: Friday\, August 28\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.\nLocation: Charles City County Fire & EMS\nAddress: 10900 Courthouse Road\, Charles City\, VA 23030 \nRegistration \nFirst responders and other interested participants are encouraged to register in advance. \nRegister online: https://bit.ly/4fnfj1p \nFor additional information\, contact the Center for Energy Education at (252) 541-3004 or contact@center4ee.org. \nBecause safety starts with you.
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