Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Supported BESS projects for creating skilled construction jobs and providing reliable, clean energy.

Spoke in favor of battery storage projects as an essential source of good-paying union jobs and a solution to Long Island's aging energy infrastructure.

Expressed strong opposition to a proposed BESS facility in Holtsville due to proximity to homes, schools, and buried petroleum distillates near the aquifer.

Questioned why Brookhaven is not following Islip's lead in banning large-scale battery storage facilities given community safety concerns.

Opposed BESS near schools in Holbrook, questioning battery safety and highlighting severe evacuation challenges during emergencies.

Expressed frustration with ongoing BESS debates, emphasizing children's vulnerability to airborne toxins and contamination risks to the sole-source aquifer.

Spoke as a project developer for Key Capture Energy, highlighting community outreach, safety codes, waterless fire systems, and tax revenue for Manorville.

Supported BESS as a small business owner needing reliable power and stable energy costs to protect local jobs.

Supported BESS as a critical component of renewable energy integration, grid stability, and rate stabilization on Long Island.

Detailed technical and environmental dangers of lithium battery fires, thermal runaway, toxic gas emissions, and groundwater contamination.

Opposed BESS installations due to potential toxic smoke, fire risks, and aquifer contamination, and questioned potential conflicts of interest.

Supported BESS as a necessary tool to lower energy costs, support growing business needs, and modernize the regional energy grid.

Expressed shock at a proposed BESS facility near her home in Manorville, citing lack of notification, proximity to a preschool, and wildfire risks in the Pine Barrens.

Raised concerns about the necessity of battery storage facilities in residential neighborhoods, fire hazards, toxic gas emissions, and potential aquifer contamination.

Opposed BESS due to frequent recent fires, hydrogen fluoride emissions from LFP batteries, contaminated runoff, and disruptions to local schools and businesses.

Supported BESS as a practical tool used nationwide to meet growing energy demand, lower utility bills, and create union jobs.

Criticized the town for pushing through BESS projects against community wishes, noting inadequate environmental studies and foreign corporate backing.

Supported BESS as a Brookhaven resident to strengthen the electrical grid against extreme weather and create local green jobs.

Spoke as a high school student supporting BESS for its potential to lower household electricity bills and advance clean energy.

Supported BESS as an electrical instructor, noting vast improvements in hardware, software safety management, and training.

Questioned the long-term benefits of unmanned BESS facilities for local residents, noting severe health risks for children in nearby schools.

Expressed deep concern over the massive scale of the Manorville BESS proposal, toxic smoke risks, and lack of clarity for volunteer firefighters.

Expressed support for responsibly constructed BESS projects, citing thorough safety planning, union jobs, and compliance with strict fire codes.

Advocated for battery energy storage systems to support alternative energy and local infrastructure.

Expressed business concerns over power grid failures during peak heat days and supported energy storage.

Highlighted the importance of reliable energy storage for emergency response and life support systems during storms.

Introduced himself as a local energy storage developer utilizing non-lithium, non-flammable technology.

Expressed strong support for battery energy storage systems, highlighting his professional background in power infrastructure and the safety and reliability benefits.

Shared experiences as an electrical utility first responder during Hurricane Sandy, supporting energy infrastructure and storage for grid reliability.

Expressed deep concerns over lithium-ion BESS fire safety, citing water contamination issues from past fires in East Hampton and urging the town to adopt strict protective ordinances.

Spoke as a William Floyd High School student in strong support of BESS to combat climate change.

Spoke as an IBEW Local 25 representative in support of BESS as a necessary grid upgrade.

Supported BESS as a cost-effective, reliable alternative to peaker plants.

Praised town leadership for approving BESS zoning and adopting modern renewable energy technologies.

Spoke as an organizer for Climate Jobs New York, supporting battery storage projects for grid reliability and union clean energy jobs.

Spoke as a union steamfitter in support of battery energy storage, highlighting rigorous state safety codes and union installation standards.

Expressed support for battery storage and green energy initiatives, emphasizing educational outreach and community involvement.

A renewable energy consultant who discussed modern BESS safety design standards and the financial benefits of peak demand shaving.

Discussed grid resilience following past storms and the opportunity for local talent retention in green energy.

Cited state reliability reports, safety codes, and successful peak load shaving to counter misinformation about battery storage.

Shared how rising electricity costs impact residents with health conditions requiring climate-controlled homes and supported energy storage.

Asked the board to move forward with scheduling public hearings for proposed battery energy storage systems.

An energy industry engineer who supported BESS for reducing pollution, lowering electric bills, and protecting the grid.

Representing the Sierra Club, praised the town's environmental leadership and noted the benefits of battery storage in preventing power spikes.

Emphasized the growing regional energy demand and how BESS protects against grid reliability risks during extreme weather.

Spoke about energy affordability and supporting renewable infrastructure to help future generations.

Highlighted the good-paying union jobs and local economic benefits created by clean energy infrastructure projects.

Supported BESS as a necessary way to store wind energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

Expressed support for BESS, thanking the town board for transparency and educational summits on energy storage safety.

Spoke on behalf of the New York League of Conservation Voters in support of BESS projects, highlighting their role in grid reliability and clean energy.

Praised Brookhaven for avoiding moratoriums and urged the board to keep moving energy storage projects forward.

A nurse and environmental chemist who argued that green energy incorporation is essential to secure future energy needs.

Emphasized the positive legacy the town board would build by lowering power bills and hardening energy infrastructure.