Who are the experts in battery energy storage system project development?

The webinar featured four industry experts who covered various aspects of battery energy storage system (BESS) project development. They included Pooja Shah, Senior Consultant at DNV; Jocelyn Zuliani, Energy Storage Lead at Hatch; Christopher Yee, Project Manager at Peak Power; and Archie Adams, Director of Business Development at Peak Power.

Who should oversee energy storage projects?

A qualified professional engineer or firm should always be contracted to oversee any energy storage project. This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United States Government.

How long does a battery storage project take?

Battery storage projects are long-term investments, often taking several years before reaching Notice to Proceed (NTP). Locking in well-vetted properties as early as possible ensures that valuable sites are secured, minimizing risks associated with project delays or regulatory hurdles.

Are energy storage systems safe for commercial buildings?

For all of the technologies listed, as long as appropriate high voltage safety procedures are followed, energy storage systems can be a safe source of power in commercial buildings. For more information on specific technologies, please see the DOE/EPRI Electricity Storage Handbook available at:

Who should consider adding energy storage to a commercial building?

This guide is intended for anyone investigating the addition of energy storage to a single or multiple commercial buildings. This could include building energy managers, facility managers, and property managers in a variety of sectors.

Is energy storage a viable option?

Assuming the initial analysis shows that energy storage is an economically viable option, the final decision to procure an ESS needs to be taken in the broader perspective of the business as a whole. This can include looking at issues of space, noise, and timing for system installation.