Energy Security

Security is the backbone of any resilient and competitive society. Applied to energy, it refers to a country or region’s ability to ensure a reliable, affordable, and sustainable supply of energy for its citizens and businesses, even in times of crisis.

History has shown that Europe’s energy security and competitiveness depend on breaking free from fossil fuel imports and shifting to a truly homegrown energy system as soon as possible. Solar power is central to this transformation: it is abundant, clean, affordable and homegrown. As a decentralised energy source, solar reduces exposure to geopolitical risks, strengthens resilience and supports EU’s industrial base and competitiveness with reliable and clean electricity.

To accelerate this shift and reinforce Europe’s energy independence, SolarPower Europe has identified four strategic pillars to work on. Together, these pillars lay the foundation of a more secure, competitive, and sustainable future.

Boosting renewables, electrification and flexibility

Renewables are able to thrive in a more electrified and flexible energy system. Hence, boosting their deployment will substantially reduce EU’s dependence on external energy imports, making energy prices much more affordable and less volatile.

Diversifying and reshoring solar supply chains

Reshoring and diversifying manufacturing will help minimise Europe’s vulnerability to global disruptions.

Cyber-security for our energy systems

Safeguarding our increasingly digitalised energy systems through robust cybersecurity measures is essential to prevent operational risks.

Climate resilience

Ensuring energy systems are resilient to extreme weather events caused by climate change, while maximising benefits for nature.

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