ApprovedConditional Use
Dirac Battery Energy Storage System (DIRAC)
Description
A 400-megawatt battery energy storage facility spanning 13.89 acres, featuring outdoor containerized lithium-ion phosphate batteries and interconnection to the SCE Chino substation.
Impact summary
The project enhances regional electrical grid reliability and provides millions in community benefits, but drew intense public scrutiny over fire safety and proximity to homes and parks.
Applicant
- Name
- IPA (Aaron Branham)
- Address
- Between Oaks and Benson Avenue, north of Edison Avenue
At a glance
- Hearings
- 1
- Public comments
- 25
- Total mentions
- 1
Last vote · City Council
Approved4–1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Meeting timeline (1)
Related issues (1)
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