Energy Storage News•about 1 month ago
UL9540A: New edition of key BESS fire safety standard ‘establishes new precedent’
Key Takeaway
The updated UL9540A standard introduces new compliance requirements for BESS projects, impacting development, certification, and potentially costs for all stakeholders.
AI Summary
- •A new edition of UL9540A, the key fire safety standard for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), has been released.
- •This updated standard establishes a new precedent in the BESS testing and certification ecosystem.
- •Developers and large power consumers deploying BESS must now adhere to updated safety and certification requirements, potentially impacting project design and costs.
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