In response to the critical need to update technology infrastructure and ensure the safety and well-being of students, faculty, and staff, California schools are taking proactive measures: they’re investing in advanced security solutions. Educators and school administrators recognize that safety…
A new utility-scale energy project in the Moapa Valley in Clark County, Nevada, has been completed. BEI recently partnered with Energy Vault on the construction of a battery energy storage system (BESS) on the site of the old Reid Gardner…
BEI Construction is thrilled to announce the promotion of Dave Sanders to the prestigious role of Senior Vice President of the Low Voltage Division, marking a decade of remarkable dedication and leadership within our organization. Throughout his tenure, Dave has…
At a press conference in April, Scott Murtishaw, Executive Director of CESA, joined with Governor Newsom and other clean energy leaders to announce and celebrate an important achievement: the installation of 10,000 MW of battery energy storage (BESS) in California.…
An increasing number of automakers are producing electric models, and the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act allocated $7.5 billion for EV charging infrastructure. The goal is to have more than 500,000 more public charging stations in operation by 2030.…
Last month, the White House Council on Environmental Quality released new rules to speed up permits for clean energy and mandating that federal agencies consider the environmental impact of new highways, oil pipelines, and other public works projects before approving…
Solar energy has added the most generating capacity to the grid for the last five years. In 2023, solar energy contributed 53% of all new electric capacity. This made 2023 the first time in 80 years a renewable resource was…
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are revolutionizing how we generate electricity. But these resources have a catch: they can be intermittent, depending on weather conditions. So, what happens when the sun isn’t shining brightly, or the wind…
In the realm of renewable energy, substation might not be a term that immediately comes to mind. However, these crucial components are vital in generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity from renewable sources. But what are substations, how do they function,…
BEI Construction is experiencing increased demand for lithium-ion Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installation services throughout California. Recent research ranks this as the top US state for BESS adoption. This is certainly not surprising, given BESS’ power density, high performance,…