USE26-001 battery storage classification

The applicant's representative noted SB 283 now requires battery projects over 10 megawatts to consult fire departments before applying, and that modern battery designs incorporate extensive safety monitoring.

Ormat's permitting manager described the company's 20 operating sites and 495 megawatts of storage, explained how utilities identify grid congestion and request these facilities, and said Ormat prefers working through local permitting rather than the state opt-in program.