Reserve Capacity for NYC BESS Projects
EticaAG is identifying NYC project partners interested in early access to fire-safe Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity as we advance through the FDNY Certificate of Approval process.
Submit your information to:
- Join our TM-2 progress update list
- Receive exclusive approval-pathway updates
- Request early capacity reservation for NYC deployments
How FDNY TM-2 and COA Work for NYC BESS
The FDNY Certificate of Approval process can shape equipment eligibility, project timelines, and deployment confidence for battery energy storage projects in New York City.
TM-2 Submission
TM-2 submission begins the FDNY product review for a BESS intended for use in New York City.
Documentation Review
FDNY reviews UL testing, Hazard Mitigation Analysis, remote monitoring, and emergency response planning.
Product Approval
A successful documentation review leads to a COA with FDNY-defined conditions for product use.
Site Approval
Each project still moves through DOB review, inspections, permits, and interconnection.
Fire-Safe BESS Architecture for NYC Projects
EticaAG BESS is designed around the safety concerns that shape dense urban energy storage projects, including thermal runaway prevention, hazardous off-gas control, emergency response, remote monitoring, and long-term battery performance.
Prevents Fire Before It Starts
Immersion cooling isolates cells from oxygen and draws heat away, preventing ignition and propagation.
Neutralizes Toxic Off-Gases
HazGuard converts hazardous battery off-gases into inert compounds, reducing emergency response risk.
Slows Battery Degradation
Immersion cooling maintains cell temperatures, slowing degradation and extending battery life.
Supports FDNY Review
No fire or gas risk aligns with FDNY review concerns including HMA and first responder readiness.
Products Planned for FDNY COA
Legion C20
Power Cabinet
FAQs: TM-2 BESS and FDNY COA in NYC
What does TM-2 mean for NYC BESS projects?
TM-2 is the FDNY application used to begin product review for a battery energy storage system seeking a Certificate of Approval in New York City. For developers, TM-2 matters because it signals that a manufacturer is moving through the product-level approval pathway required before a BESS can support qualified NYC deployments.
Is TM-2 the same as FDNY Certificate of Approval?
No. TM-2 begins the FDNY product review process, while the Certificate of Approval is the approval issued after a successful review. In market language, people often refer to TM-2 approval, but the formal product approval outcome is the FDNY COA.
How Does Immersion Cooling Work in Battery Energy Storage Systems?
EticaAG fully submerges each battery cell in dielectric fluid so heat is drawn directly from all cell surfaces. The Battery Management System then circulates the fluid in response to rising temperatures to maintain real-time thermal balance across the array.
Fluid circulation is controlled by the Battery Management System, which monitors temperatures and activates circulation as needed to dissipate heat. This keeps cells within a stable operating range under charge, discharge, and peak load conditions.
Why does FDNY COA matter for NYC BESS developers?
FDNY COA matters because it affects equipment eligibility, project sequencing, and approval confidence for NYC BESS projects. Developers need visibility into the product approval pathway before committing to system design, permitting strategy, interconnection planning, commercial timelines, and site-specific review.
What does FDNY review for BESS Certificate of Approval?
FDNY reviews the BESS technical package, including UL testing, Hazard Mitigation Analysis, safety documentation, remote monitoring, emergency response planning, maximum energy capacity, and intended installation type. The review focuses on whether the product can move forward under defined safety and use conditions in New York City.
Does FDNY COA replace site-specific approval?
No. FDNY COA supports product eligibility, but each project still moves through site-specific steps such as New York City Department of Buildings review, inspections, permits, and interconnection approval. Developers should treat COA as a product-level milestone, not a full project approval.
How does EticaAG’s fire-safe BESS architecture support NYC projects?
EticaAG’s fire-safe BESS architecture supports NYC projects through LiquidShield™ immersion cooling, HazGuard gas management, remote monitoring, and safety-focused system design. LiquidShield prevents ignition before fire conditions develop and slows thermal propagation. HazGuard contains and neutralizes hazardous gases inside the sealed module architecture.
