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Key Capture Energy is initiating a battery storage plant project in Saugerties, New York, following a moratorium on lithium-ion battery facilities in nearby Hurley. The company plans to present its application to the town Planning Board in 2026.

Key Capture Energy currently operates three plants in New York and nine in Texas, with future plans for 19 states. The proposed site is near a Central Hudson substation, which is crucial for energy transmission.

Local officials express concerns about safety and environmental risks associated with lithium-ion battery storage, particularly following incidents of battery fires nationwide. Community leaders are considering forming a regional coalition to address challenges posed by such projects, fearing limited resources may hinder their ability to contest developments perceived as unsafe.