Expert Urges Enhanced Cybersecurity Education in Renewable Energy Sector

Dr. Benson Adam, a cybersecurity expert, stresses the critical need for increased education on cybersecurity in the renewable energy sector.

Speaking in Abuja, he warns that infrastructure in the energy sector, once considered low risk, is now a prime target for cybercriminals. He emphasizes the importance of public education on cybersecurity to prevent cyber incidents that could disrupt power supply, compromise sensitive operational data, damage physical equipment, and endanger public safety and the environment.

Dr. Adam underscores the deep integration of renewable energy into the national grid and the necessity of cybersecurity as a foundational element for a sustainable environment.

He points out that the renewable energy projects, including solar farms, wind turbines, smart grids, and microgrids, heavily rely on digital technologies, making them susceptible to cyber threats. Dr.

Adam highlights the significance of decentralizing renewable energy systems, such as off-grid solar installations and community microgrids, to promote energy equity and empower communities, especially in economically fragile and disaster-prone regions.