Getting Ready for BESS...Planning for Battery Energy Storage Systems

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are transforming the way communities manage energy and they are quickly appearing on the Pennsylvania landscape. In this video, industry professionals from EVO Power provide a simple description of what BESS is, why it matters, and how communities should prepare this rapidly expanding technology. Learn how to take advantage of the energy security benefits that BESS has to offer while avoiding land use compatibility and safety challenges. Join us as we explore: • The basics of how battery energy storage systems work • Why BESS deployment is accelerating nationwide • Key local planning and zoning considerations • Strategies for municipalities to prepare for future projects • Ways to balance innovation, safety, and community character Whether you’re a planner, elected official, emergency responder, or community member, this video gives you the background you need to proactively understand BESS and make informed decisions prior to the technology coming to your community.