As organisations strive to meet ambitious net-zero targets, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming a vital part of the energy transition. By supporting renewable energy generation, enhancing energy resilience and enabling greater flexibility in power management, BESS technologies are creating new opportunities for businesses and communities alike. However, as adoption grows, so too do the risks associated with their design, installation and operation.

Join Gary Howe, Fire Risk Engineer at Zurich Resilience Solutions, as he explores the growing role of BESS in the net-zero landscape and the key challenges organisations need to consider when deploying energy storage solutions.

This webinar will examine the fire, safety and operational risks associated with BESS installations, alongside practical measures to help mitigate them. Attendees will gain valuable insights into technology selection, site planning, system design, installation best practices and ongoing risk management throughout the asset lifecycle. Whether you are considering a new BESS project or looking to strengthen the resilience of an existing installation, this session will provide practical guidance to support safe and successful deployment.

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Gary Howe

Zurich Resilience Solutions

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Gary Howe

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Gary Howe BEng (Hons), EngTech, FIFireE is a Senior Risk Engineer at Zurich Resilience Solutions within the Heavy Industries team. Gary is a subject matter specialist in the field of fire safety of power generation, mining, pulp & paper, construction, and molten metals.

Gary is a Fellow of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) and President of the Norfolk and Suffolk branch of the Institution of Fire Engineers.

Gary is a registered assessor with the Institution of Fire Engineers undertaking reviews, mentoring and support to individuals to achieve internationally recognised professional fire engineering qualifications.

Gary is a regular contributor to the International Fire Professional Journal (the journal of the Institution of Fire Engineers) with over twelve articles published to date.

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