Support Clean Energy in Massachusetts

Dear Legislator,

I am writing to express my support for battery energy storage systems in our communities across Massachusetts. These projects are essential infrastructure that will strengthen our electric grid, reduce costs for ratepayers and help the state achieve its clean energy and climate goals.

Battery storage is a proven and safe technology. More than 100 storage facilities already operate successfully throughout Massachusetts, providing reliable, low-cost energy to homes and businesses. By storing clean electricity when it is abundant and releasing it during times of high demand, these systems reduce our reliance on expensive and polluting gas sources – cutting emissions, improving air quality and lowering electricity prices.

Energy storage projects in Massachusetts must meet rigorous state and national safety standards, including comprehensive fire-suppression measures, 24/7 monitoring, and detailed emergency response planning. Developers work closely with local fire departments and first responders to ensure proper training and transparency throughout the siting, construction, and operational phases. This level of oversight has made Massachusetts a national leader in safe, responsible storage deployment.

In addition to delivering statewide grid benefits, battery storage projects frequently provide important local advantages, such as:

• Generating new municipal tax revenue without burdening residents
• Revitalizing underutilized or previously contaminated land
• Supporting local jobs during construction and ongoing operations
• Improving community resilience by helping prevent outages and stabilizing the grid

As Massachusetts moves toward an energy system powered increasingly by renewable resources, storage is indispensable. It enables the state to capture the full value of clean energy investments, maintain system reliability and protect consumers from volatile energy prices.

For these reasons, I urge you to support policies and permitting processes that enable the responsible development of battery storage in Massachusetts. This technology is safe, forward-looking, and essential to building a cleaner, more resilient, and more affordable energy future for our state.

Sincerely,
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