EN2Explore Opportunities for Resilient Energy Systems

Progress

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Increasing resilience in energy systems can help protect critical assets, improve reliability and reduce dependence on non-renewable resources.

This strategy explores opportunities to develop resilient energy systems for both the public and private sectors.

Explore opportunities to develop resilient energy systems in city facilities and through private development using new technologies, including district energy.
Explore opportunities to reduce code and utility barriers to battery storage systems.
Pursue opportunities to integrate new energy technologies to maintain or improve continuity of operations for critical facilities and infrastructure, such as emergency services, shelters and schools.
Continue the transition of city streetlights to LEDs

2026
City Awarded Microgrids for Community Resilience Grant
In 2025, the Department of Local Affairs awarded the City a Microgrids for Community Resilience Grant of $780,000 for the installation of two battery energy storage systems at City facilities. These systems aim to reduce City utility costs and improve facility energy resilience.

Continuous

Resource Needs
- Maintain staffing for ongoing program administration
- Funding to invest in new technologies and systems

Information updated 09/23/2026