A bipartisan group of state lawmakers is advocating for stricter safety regulations for rapidly growing battery-storage facilities in New York. Led by Assemblymember Michael Tannousis, the proposed bill seeks to establish a minimum distance of 1,000 feet between these facilities and residential areas, farms, and schools to mitigate hazards like fires. The legislation also emphasizes community involvement, allowing local input before project approvals, aiming for both environmental safety and public health preservation. This initiative underscores the need for a balanced approach to clean energy development without compromising local communities' safety.
New York's push toward clean energy should not come at the expense of our neighbors' health and safety. By creating a buffer at any battery storage site and giving local residents a seat at the table before the project comes to their backyards, we can help protect our schools and neighborhoods.
The proposal would establish a required minimum distance of 1,000 feet between storage facilities to nearby homes, farms and schools to reduce the risk of fire or other potential hazards.
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers are advocating for enhanced safety regulations for rapidly growing battery-storage facilities, emphasizing local input and community involvement in the approval process.
The bill aims to ensure transparency during the planning of battery storage projects, which have seen significant growth due to New York's renewable energy initiatives.
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