Combatting False Narratives About Storage and Gaining Social License

Friday, September 26, 2025, 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

Obtaining social license to operate (SLO) is crucial for the successful implementation and operation of any company or technology in a community. It has become even more vital in the context of today’s dynamic online ecosystems. As energy storage technologies are deployed in increasing numbers, social license becomes increasingly important for the industry’s success. This panel will provide insights from communicators, municipal representatives, and project developers to share some of the common misconceptions they are seeing about energy storage, their recommendations to counter these narratives, and some lessons learned.