New york city energy storage

Local Law 181 of 2019 (LL181) requires the City of New York to conduct a feasibility study on the applicability of different types of utility-scale energy storage systems (ESS) on City buildings and to install such systems on those buildings where cost effective.1 NYC’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) has partnered with the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to perform this feasibility study.

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How will energy storage impact New York?

As New York continues to invest and build a cleaner grid, energy storage will allow us to use existing resources more efficiently and phase out the dirtiest power plants. This transition will help New York meet its greenhouse gas emission reduction goals, improve public health, and mitigate the future impacts of climate change.

What is New York state's energy storage goal?

This Order formally expands the State’s goal to 6,000 Megawatts of energy storage to be installed by 2030, and authorized funds for NYSERDA to support 200 Megawatts of new residential-scale solar, 1,500 Megawatts of new commercial and community-scale energy storage, and 3,000 Megawatts of new large-scale storage.

Are energy storage systems regulated in New York?

Energy storage technologies and systems are regulated at the federal, state, and local levels, and must undergo rigorous safety testing to be authorized for installation in New York. You can download NYSERDA’s New York State [PDF] and New York City [PDF] factsheets to learn more about energy storage regulations and safety in your community.

How can battery storage help New York City achieve a clean future?

“Large-scale deployment of battery storage helps New York City advance its PlaNYC goal to achieve a clean, reliable, and equitable future,” said Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice Director Elijah Hutchinson.

Will New York City see more battery energy storage facilities?

But according to some new records, the borough will soon see more of the facilities. (Staten Island Advance/Jan Somma-Hammel) STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- By 2029, New York City will house dozens of battery energy storage sites, each storing thousands of kilowatts of energy near homes, schools, churches and small businesses.

What is New York's energy storage roadmap?

The Roadmap proposed a comprehensive set of recommendations to expand New York’s energy storage programs to cost-effectively unlock the rapid growth of renewable energy across the State and bolster grid reliability and customer resilience.