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Tillsonburg council rejected a proposal for a 30-megawatt battery storage facility at 500 Highway 3, with the possibility of revisiting the decision in the future. Proposed by Skyline Energy, the facility would store excess off-grid capacity generated at night for release during peak demand, requiring over $70 million in investment.

Concerns about fire risks were addressed, with the company offering to fund firefighter training. Council members expressed safety concerns and noted that the facility would not resolve the town's long-term capacity issues, as upgrades to the transformer station would still be necessary. The council's decision emphasized the importance of observing real-world impacts from similar projects before proceeding.