Battery Energy Storage System Decommissioning
The challenge as we see it
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) decommissioning challenges include significant safety hazards (fire, explosion, arc flash), complex, labor-intensive dismantling of hazardous, high-voltage materials, and high costs for transport, recycling, or disposal. Site-specific constraints, regulatory compliance, and the need for specialized, certified handling of aged, potentially damaged batteries add to the logistical complexity.
Our differentiated value
We provide an environmentally sound and turnkey recycling approach for decommissioning BESS containers and facilities that meets all regulatory requirements and reduces generator liability and administrative burden. Our white glove services provide project management for the entire process from start to finish.
We tailor recycling programs around your needs. By working with us, you can benefit from the following:
- Experience and proven track record of safely completing this type of work
- Development of a decommissioning plan tailored to the specific facility
- Trained HAZMAT and HAZWOPER personnel
- Compliant packaging solutions for end of life and DDR (damaged, defective, recalled) batteries
- Regulatory compliance with strict adherence to all environmental regulations
- Company-owned nationwide transportation and logistics capabilities
- Audited and approved 3rd party transportation network
- Audited and approved downstream processing vendors
- Dedicated account and customer service representatives
- Restoration of the site to its original condition or repurposing for future use
Our solutions
Veolia possesses the necessary expertise in electrical systems, battery technology, and hazardous material handling that is required for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) decommissioning project. Our trained and knowledgeable personnel are focused on ensuring safety, compliance and resource recovery to complete your project on-time and within budget.
Site evaluation and risk assessment: Development of a decommissioning plan tailored to the specific facility, battery types, and scope of work required. We can quickly identify and assess the condition of batteries to determine the appropriate handling procedure and work plans.
Safe Handling and Storage: Our experienced teams implement strict protocols for the safe handling, temporary storage and packaging of compromised batteries.
Regulatory Compliance: We adhere to all relevant regulations, including EPA, DOT, and OSHA guidelines, for handling hazardous materials.
Specialized Disposal and Recycling: We utilize certified facilities for the safe disposal and recycling of damaged, defective, and recalled batteries.
Documented compliance: Once received and recycled or disposed of properly, we'll issue a certificate, documenting your batteries were received and managed in accordance with all regulations.
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