Solar PV systems are digitalised and more and more connected to the internet via inverters. A new report, produced by DNV, and commissioned by SolarPower Europe, performs a comprehensive risk assessment for the sector, and offers clear remedies:
Sector-specific cyber rules
The EU should develop and mandate industry-specific cybersecurity controls, for example via a Standard, for securing remote-controlled solar PV infrastructure.
Limit remote access
The report recommends following an approach similar to GDPR rules, where control of aggregated distributed devices, like small-scale rooftop solar systems, should only take place in regions judged equivalent in security to the EU. This should be implemented through the EU NCCS or another new fast-track procedure. High-risk entities would then be required to develop cyber solutions which would be monitored and approved by the competent authorities.
Solutions for PV Cyber Risks to Grid Stability
Unlocking the benefits of digitalised energy. Solar specific cyber standards. Limiting remote access of solar assets.
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This report was written by DNV and commissioned by SolarPower Europe. The publication was drafted with the technical input of the European Inverter Forum and adopted by the SolarPower Europe Board.
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