On February 5th, the Korea Institute of Industrial Economics and Trade will host an online and offline seminar titled "2026 NFPA 855 ESS Installation Standard Revision Confirmation - Corporate Response Strategy Seminar."

The revised NFPA 855 (2026) recently announced by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is considered a significant change that will significantly alter the direction of global ESS (Energy Storage Systems) safety policy.

With this revision, NFPA has clearly defined the criteria to not allow thermal runaway to spread to adjacent cells, modules, racks, or cabinets.

This formalizes the core judgment criterion for ESS safety as 'thermal runaway propagation prevention (TRPP)', and is expected to have a significant impact on the entire ESS design, operation, and certification system in the future.

Another important change is that the scope of safety has been expanded to include not only the cause of ESS fires to internal battery cell problems, but also the complex interactions of the BOS (Balance of System) including wiring, cooling and air conditioning systems, and BMS.

To address these shifts in international standards, the Korea Institute of Industrial Economics and Trade (KIET) has organized a forum for business practitioners and industry experts to share in-depth analysis and response strategies.

The seminar covered the following topics: △Key changes to NFPA 855 in 2026 △Background of revision and international significance △TRPP·CCR (Combustible Concentration Reduction) technology and response strategy △Multi-Layered Approach to ESS safety △International technology trends for preventing thermal runaway of lithium-ion batteries (LIB) △Detailed requirements according to FM global standards △Off-gas · Various topics will be covered, including response systems for thermal runaway accidents such as fire spread and explosion.

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is expected to attract significant interest from related industries, including ESS manufacturers, power companies, installation companies, and safety certification agencies.

An official from the Korea Institute of Industrial Economics and Trade said, “The revision of NFPA 855 is a significant change that will directly impact the domestic ESS industry,” and added, “We plan to comprehensively provide practical implications necessary in terms of technology, system, and operation.”

For more information on seminar participation and details, please visit the Industrial Education Research Institute website (www.kiei.com) or call 02-2025-1333∼7.