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Are energy storage systems (ESS) ready for 2022 title 24?

Notably, the 2022 Title 24 Energy Code has introduced the Energy Storage System (ESS) ready requirements, which have created some confusion among homeowners and developers. Today, we're answering some common questions about the application of these requirements, particularly to various types of residential units such as duplexes and townhouses.

Should small-scale energy storage systems be installed behind the meter?

Small-scale energy storage systems can offer relief to our grids while providing consumers with backup power during outages. The challenge is that installing these “behind-the-meter” distributed energy resources is hampered by a lack of standardized local government permitting and approval processes.

How do energy storage systems charge?

Energy storage systems can charge from a wide range of sources. This guidebook is focused on commercially available small-scale systems. At this time, these systems are mainly composed of battery-based storage connected to the electrical grid and to local sources of power such as solar photovoltaic panels.

What is the energy storage permitting guidebook?

The goal is to develop an Energy Storage Permitting Guidebook that outlines best practices and proposes a standard process for permitting energy storage systems of less than 1 megawatt. Simplifying and standardizing permitting procedures for new storage systems will have benefits for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), installers and consumers.

How much does the energy storage rebate cover?

The rebate covers nearly 100% of the cost of an average energy storage system for qualifying businesses and homeowners. Through a series of stakeholder workshops and surveys conducted to inform the guidebook, we’ve heard some recurring issues cited by installation contractors, AHJs (such as building and safety departments) and manufacturers.

How many MW is a battery energy storage system?

For battery energy storage systems (BESS), the analysis was done for systems with rated power of 1, 10, and 100 megawatts (MW), with duration of 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 hours. For PSH, 100 and 1,000 MW systems at 4- and 10-hour durations were considered. For CAES, in addition to these power and duration levels, 10,000 MW was also considered.