October 25, 2024 at 09:06AM Renewable energy companies are less prepared for cybersecurity threats compared to traditional energy firms. A study revealed their median score as 85, below the oil and gas industry’s 94. The increased internet connectivity of renewable systems exposes them to risks, especially from third-party breaches, raising concerns for future cybersecurity defenses. … Read more
October 16, 2024 at 01:33AM IBM has acquired Prescinto, a Bangalore-based asset performance management software provider, enhancing its Maximo Application Suite for renewable energy. Prescinto, active in 14 countries, manages significant infrastructure. In a related event, Binance assisted police in dismantling a scam in Delhi targeting solar investors, resulting in multiple arrests. ### Meeting Notes … Read more
January 18, 2024 at 09:12AM The US Department of Energy (DoE) plans to invest $30 million in innovative cybersecurity tools to secure clean energy infrastructure from cyber threats. The funding, part of the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts, will support projects focused on identifying and mitigating threats to energy infrastructure, including cloud and renewable energy devices. Additional … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 01:06PM The research by Trend Micro focuses on assessing the security vulnerabilities in Distributed Energy Generation (DEG) systems, particularly in solar devices. The study found significant concerns in communication modules and inverters, including issues with passwords, remote shutdown, firmware updates, and data sovereignty. These vulnerabilities pose risks to energy grid stability … Read more