Battery Energy Storage Systems Ban and Moratorium
Town of Clifton Park
Summary
The board unanimously advanced public hearings to extend a moratorium and consider a complete ban on battery energy storage system facilities in town.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minor legal publication and planning referral costs.
Residents and property owners seeking strict environmental and safety protections against BESS facilities.
Potential renewable energy developers seeking facility siting opportunities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Board — January 20, 2026
Residents, local fire chiefs, and environmental commissioners debated the risks of lithium-ion battery storage facilities, citing potential fire hazards, toxic runoff, and strain on volunteer fire departments. The board ultimately voted to enact a permanent town ban on battery energy storage facilities.
Organizational and Town Board — January 6, 2026
The board unanimously advanced public hearings to extend a moratorium and consider a complete ban on battery energy storage system facilities in town.
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