Van Zandt County lithium battery project raises concerns for residents, experts stress benefits

Van Zandt County lithium battery project raises concerns for residents, experts stress benefits

VAN ZANDT COUNTY, Texas (KETK)- Residents of Van Zandt County have started taking notice of the effects a lithium battery storage project had on their town. Most are worried about the potential for a lithium battery fire and the lack of resources for local first responders. "We learned a hard lesson in Van Zandt County," resident Nancy White said. "And that was that we were not watching the energy sector." They worry that the effects of the lith…

Regulator warns of lithium-ion battery fire risk | Brimbank & North West

New research shows that a large proportion of young people underestimate the risks that can lead to lithium-ion battery fires. A study commissioned by Energy Safe Victoria found 41 per cent of 18-29 year old e-ride owners were unaware of the safety risk caused by incompatible chargers and batteries. Sixty four per cent said they would purchase generic replacement batteries and chargers online. Energy Safe chief executive Leanne Hughson said the …