Safety and Performance Aspects of Batteries for Energy Storage Systems for Utilities (Large Scale) – Empowering Sustainable Energy with Reliable and Safe Battery Solutions

By the end of this 3 days training course, participants will be able to:

• Recognise the critical role of energy storage, especially batteries, in enabling the transition to low-to-zero emission energy systems driven by renewable sources.
• Understand the technological attributes, performance, and future development of various battery technologies, with a focus on lithium-ion batteries, for large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) applications.
• Explore the economic and environmental considerations of batteries, including material and processing costs, lifetime, and carbon footprint, to support informed decision-making.
• Identify the potential risks associated with lithium-ion batteries, such as electrical, chemical, and thermal hazards, and learn about prevention measures, government regulations, and industry standards for ensuring battery safety.
• Gain knowledge on evaluating battery abuse cases, emergency response planning, and specialised safety measures required for large-scale BESS to mitigate risks and ensure reliable operation.

This course has been designed for professionals working in the energy sector looking to further develop their skills and knowledge on energy storage and battery safety.

• Engineers and Scientists such as Chemical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers related to the use of batteries in BESS and Materials Scientists in battery development.
• Energy Industry Professionals such as Energy Analysts and Consultants, Renewable Energy Project Developers and Utility

Professionals interested in energy storage.

• Environmental and Sustainability Specialists such as Environmental Engineers, Sustainability Managers and professionals working on green energy and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Battery Industry Stakeholders such as professional from battery production companies, Energy Storage Plants Developers, Managers and Engineers from companies exploring battery applications.
• Technology Providers and Manufacturers such as suppliers of BESS equipment and components.
• Utility and Power Generation Professionals such as Managers and Power Plant Operators from utilities company exploring battery storage options.
• Firefighters and First Responders related to battery safety.
• Insurance Experts for the evaluation of battery accidents.
• Policymakers and Regulators involved in battery storage and clean energy strategies.
• Those involve in planning and executing large-scale BESS projects and Project Managers, Renewable Power Project Developers.

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• Intermediate

This course will provide comprehensive learning resources, including course materials for future reference. Each topic will commence with a clearly defined intended learning outcome (LO). The learning experience will be enriched through diverse activities such as quizzes, and assessments, ensuring engagement and understanding. Besides supplementing the core material, participants will have access to additional resources like articles, case studies, and tools. The course structure incorporates interactive elements, such as group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences. Q&A sessions will provide opportunities for clarifications and deeper understanding. Role-playing exercises will simulate real-world scenarios, allowing participants to develop decision-making and problem-solving skills through practical application.

Your Expert Instructor is an independent Energy Storage Strategist, Author, and Technical Trainer with over three decades of experience spanning battery technology, utility-scale BESS deployment, safety governance, and clean energy strategy. He brings a rare combination of deep technical grounding, field-level project execution, and structured knowledge transfer making him one of the most versatile practitioners working at the intersection of BESS safety, performance, and commercial deployment in the Asia-Pacific region.

As Associate Vice President at Leclanché SA and COO of its joint venture with Exide Industries, he led the development of battery packs and grid-scale energy storage systems, managing the full project lifecycle from design specification and equipment selection through procurement, commissioning, and final acceptance. He has executed BESS projects for commercial and industrial applications, community-scale energy storage for major private utilities, and electric mobility programmes spanning e-bus and two- and three-wheeler platforms. He has contributed to World Bank assessments on electric vehicle adoption and supported companies navigating government tenders including the Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) PLI scheme in India.

He has guided leading global organisations including McKinsey, BCG, Bain & Company, EY Parthenon, and PwC — on energy storage strategy, market entry, and technology assessment. His expert advisory work spans investment due diligence, marine energy storage systems, utility procurement strategy, and the economics of long-duration storage.

He is the author of Promising Technologies for Long-Duration Energy Storage (1st edition, 2021; 2nd edition, 2026) a practitioner-oriented reference work that has established him as a published authority in the energy storage sector. His editorial philosophy emphasises commercial realism, technology-agnostic analysis, and the honest treatment of failure modes alongside breakthrough potential — values that carry directly into his training room.

He holds qualifications from the Indian School of Business (ISB), IIM Bangalore, and Punjab Engineering College, and is based in Navi Mumbai, India.

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