The world is rapidly ramping up its renewable energy capacity in line with ambitious climate pledges. While this is great for the planet, the accelerated transition to green brings new challenges. Many sectoral experts are now concerned about what the rise in electricity use from renewable sources could mean for cybersecurity in the coming years.
In the U.S., the government is growing increasingly concerned about the potential for vulnerabilities in the country’s energy network, which could open the door to cyberattacks. The FBI recently gave a warning to the private sector and individual renewable energy owners about the potential for hacks. While major energy companies are well prepared for cyberattacks, smaller firms, startups and individuals with renewable portfolios may be unprepared for such attacks, and hackers are well aware of this.
The U.S. is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity as a means of…
