• Draft, amend, or adopt legislation for energy storage systems • Update a comprehensive plan to include energy storage technologies • Improve the permitting process • Understand new fire safety requirements • Answer questions regarding energy storage systems.
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 and New York City factsheets to learn more about energy storage regulations and safety in your community.
What are the requirements for energy storage systems in New York?
Energy storage systems having an energy capacity greater than the threshold quantity specified in Tabled 1206.1 of the Fire Code of New York State. 907.2.22 Battery rooms. An automatic smoke detection system shall be installed in areas containing stationary energy storage systems as required in section 1206 of the Fire Code of New York State.
What are the requirements for electrochemical energy storage systems?
Where required by Section 1206.14 through 1206.17, he protection of electrochemical energy storage systems shall be in accordance with Sections 1206.12.1 through 1206.12.8. 1206.12.1 Size and separation. Electrochemical energy storage systems shall be segregated into groups not exceeding 50 kWh (180 Mega joules).
Can energy storage systems be used for residential applications?
Energy storage systems listed and labeled solely for utility or commercial use shall not be used for residential applications.
How far should energy storage be from fire service access point?
The energy storage system shall be the minimum of 10 feet from the fire service access point on the roof top. Energy storage systems shall not be located within 50 feet (15,240 mm) of air inlets for building HVAC systems.
Can a New York energy storage system be relocated?
The energy storage system must be comprised of new products, electrically interconnected within New York, and that are NYISO-eligible to provide energy, capacity, and/or ancillary services. The storage system may not be relocated within New York without NYSERDA's written approval.