At NextEra Energy Resources, the safety of our employees, neighbors and the public is always our highest priority.
For projects like Mount Vernon Battery Storage, responsible energy production begins with preparation from day one. These preventive measures allow us to store energy while releasing it safely and efficiently to homes and businesses:
Industry testing: Batteries used in our facilities undergo rigorous industry testing and certification. This ensures the cell and module designs are robust.
- Safety systems: Each container is equipped with fire protection and control systems to comply with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines.
- Temperature management: Each facility is equipped with its own thermal management system to ensure it operates within a prescribed temperature range.
- Detection: We have sensors that alarm when an abnormal condition arises.
- Monitoring: Our battery energy storage systems are monitored 24/7 so any issue can be addressed before it escalates. Typically, each battery energy storage system is equipped with a battery management system, which can automatically shut down an affected unit.
- Engaging first responders: We provide technical information and resources to local first responders and fire officials before and after construction to ensure they are equipped to respond, if needed.
What’s important: We work with and train local first responders and fire officials to coordinate any response. This includes training sessions, a first responder orientation, and annual refresher sessions. These sessions provide details on the facility, safety, and fire protection systems, and discuss best practices.