Moss Landing 300MW BESS fire (Vistra) destroys facility using LG Energy Solution cells

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A fire broke out Jan 16, 2025 at Vistra's 300MW Moss Landing energy storage facility, which used NMC lithium-ion cells from LG Energy Solution housed in a single large enclosed building rather than isolated containers; the design contributed to rapid fire spread. No injuries were reported, but the facility was destroyed, an EPA cleanup order followed, and multiple lawsuits were filed against Vistra and LG Energy Solution.

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