Boston energy storage project planning scheme

Fears Over Safety of Energy Facility in Brighton

A Battery Energy Storage System proposed for construction in Brighton at 35 Electric Ave. has generated a wave of resident backlash to

2023 Sep 02

''Lite Brite'' Energy Storage Proposed in Brighton

The "Project Lite Brite" at 35 Electric Ave. is located next to an Eversource substation, and will be designed to store excess energy from renewable sources such as offshore wind, developer

2023 Jul 21

Battery Facilities Becoming Essential

These BESS facilities are needed to support the state''s push to reduce fossil fuels and electrify buildings, with Boston this year

2023 Jan 12

Massachusetts Bets Big on 5,000 MW of Energy Storage by 2030

It requires investor-owned utilities to secure 5,000 megawatts (MW) of storage by 2030. This includes 3,500 MW of mid-duration, 750 MW of long-duration, and another 750 MW

2025 Mar 29

New England States Seek Federal Funding for

BOSTON — A coalition of New England states jointly submitted two applications to secure federal funding to support

2023 Jan 17

ESI Goals & Storage Target

The following section describes how the Commonwealth will use the new technology of Energy Storage and summarizes the target for 1000 MegaWatt hours (MWh) of Energy Storage in

2023 May 19

Jupiter Power unveils plan for 700MW BESS at

Utility-scale battery storage developer Jupiter Power has unveiled plans to construct a 700MW standalone battery energy storage

2025 Aug 09

Planning Board Approves Site Plan for Battery Storage Facility

The planning board approved the site plan for the Flatiron Energy Energizer Storage battery storage facility proposed for 284 Eastern Ave. at its regular meeting last week.

2024 Oct 04

Energy storage equipment project planning scheme

Sector: Energy Project status: Planning approved PWA was instructed by Harmony Energy to provide pre-application and planning advice for an energy storage scheme in the Bedfordshire

2025 Aug 01

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Energy

The BESS and associated infrastructure are collectively referred to herein as the "Project." A Project description and a map of the

2023 Nov 29

RFP alert: Massachusetts takes steps toward 40 GWh of energy storage

A draft request for proposals (RFP) for 1.5 GW of 4- to 10-hour energy storage resources has been released. This initial RFP follows the state''s 2024 legislation mandating

2025 Jun 22

Fears Over Safety of Energy Facility in Brighton Will Lead City to

A Battery Energy Storage System proposed for construction in Brighton at 35 Electric Ave. has generated a wave of resident backlash to underdeveloped regulation of

2026 Mar 02

BESS Projects – CME Energy

Electric Ave Energy Center Electric Ave Energy Center is a 185MW Battery Energy Storage System that CME is jointly developing with its Partners

2024 Nov 12

Advanced Energy Systems

Project teams provide narratives, data, diagrams, drawings, and utility site plans that explain the pros and cons of each strategy, as well as any

2025 Sep 10

Energy storage power station project planning scheme

Discover the latest basic energy storage devices tailored for enhancing energy efficiency and reliability in various applications, especially for large photovoltaic power stations. SOLAR

2025 Feb 26

Battery Facilities Becoming Essential Infrastructure, But

These BESS facilities are needed to support the state''s push to reduce fossil fuels and electrify buildings, with Boston this year enacting a net-zero requirement for new large real

2023 Jan 24

ZBA okays approvals for battery storage facility

Flatiron has offices in Boston, New York City, and Boulder, Colorado and is currently developing energy storage systems in the Greater Boston, Connecticut, and New

2025 Jun 14

State gives green light to develop giant battery

The project, known as the Trimount Energy Storage Facility, will now be reviewed by the state Department of Public Utilities, which can

2024 Jun 22

New England States Seek Federal Funding for Significant

BOSTON — A coalition of New England states jointly submitted two applications to secure federal funding to support investments in large-scale transmission and energy storage

2024 Feb 09

Fears Over Safety of Energy Facility in Brighton

Boston''s first Battery Energy Storage System, proposed for construction in Brighton at 35 Electric Ave., has generated a wave of

2023 Oct 30

Community Energy Planning | Bostonplans

Overview Thriving economies and healthy communities depend on reliable, affordable energy supply. The Planning Department works collaboratively on energy supply issues with

2025 Dec 08

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Energy Facilities Siting Board

The BESS and associated infrastructure are collectively referred to herein as the "Project." A Project description and a map of the Project Site are provided below.

2023 Sep 29

Massachusetts Bets Big on 5,000 MW of Energy

It requires investor-owned utilities to secure 5,000 megawatts (MW) of storage by 2030. This includes 3,500 MW of mid-duration, 750

2024 Aug 24

Shared energy storage project planning scheme

A bi-level model was presented in Ref. [41] for planning and operating optimization of shared energy storage in power systems with renewable energy generation, where a bi-level nested

2024 Nov 21

Advanced Energy Systems

Project teams provide narratives, data, diagrams, drawings, and utility site plans that explain the pros and cons of each strategy, as well as any intent to pursue an Advanced Energy System

2024 Jan 21

Boston''s Green New Deal

Boston is pioneering innovative solutions to combat climate change while fostering equitable growth and resilience. From renewable energy initiatives to green infrastructure

2025 Sep 07

RFP alert: Massachusetts takes steps toward 40

A draft request for proposals (RFP) for 1.5 GW of 4- to 10-hour energy storage resources has been released. This initial RFP follows the

2024 Mar 20

Massachusetts, New England States Selected to

States selected to receive highly competitive funds from the U.S. Department of Energy''s Grid Innovation Program for transmission

2025 Oct 22

ESI Goals & Storage Target

The following section describes how the Commonwealth will use the new technology of Energy Storage and summarizes the target for 1000

2026 Feb 19

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4 FAQs about Boston energy storage project planning scheme

When will long-term contracts for energy storage projects be released?

The exact release date for the Long-Term Contracts for Energy Storage Projects remains “TBD,” though a tentative schedule in the draft suggests a public release of the RFP on July 31, 2025. The RFP includes scheduled periods for questions and feedback through the fall, with proposal submissions due by Sept. 10.

What is the energy storage initiative?

The Governor launched the Energy Storage Initiative in May 2015, with the goal of advancing the energy storage segment of the Massachusetts clean energy industry by: Recommending and developing policies, regulations and programs that help achieve those objectives.

How much does a long-term storage project cost?

Upon executing long-term storage contracts, developers must provide a security deposit of $40,000 per MW, totaling up to $60 million. With estimated costs around $200/kWh, total project value could range from $2.8 billion to $7 billion, depending on the chosen storage capacities.

How many MWh will energy storage be achieved by 2025?

Of the Act established a 1,000 MWh energy storage target to be achieved by December 31, 2025. The Act requires each electric distribution company annually report energy storage installations in their territory no later than February 15. Progress