To be added to the public distribution list or for more information, email: Janet Navarro, NavarroJ1@countyofmonterey.gov with the subject “Battery Energy Storage Systems”.

The County of Monterey is developing an ordinance to regulate Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities in the unincorporated areas of Monterey County. The ordinance will provide policies for oversight, permitting, standards, and operations of BESS facilities.

Unincorporated Monterey County

• Meeting recording
• Powerpoint presentation
• Community Meeting in District 2 – March 18, 2026 in Flyer in English and Spanish