The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has released a new report outlining a roadmap to strengthen cybersecurity across the US solar and energy storage industry while supporting the continued expansion of domestic manufacturing. The publication comes as the country’s solar and battery storage manufacturing capacity continues to grow, with US inverter manufacturing having nearly tripled since the end of 2024. Following the opening of a new inverter production facility in July, the United States is now tied as the world’s second-largest manufacturer of inverters.
The report addresses the growing cybersecurity challenges facing the energy sector and highlights the importance of secure technologies backed by resilient domestic supply chains. Developed in collaboration with industry and government stakeholders, it provides recommendations, best practices and resources to help companies improve cybersecurity preparedness across the solar and storage value chain.
According to SEIA, the rapid deployment of solar and battery storage systems makes cybersecurity an increasingly critical component of energy security. The association argues that strengthening domestic manufacturing and supply chain resilience will help protect critical infrastructure while reducing exposure to evolving cyber threats.
“As solar and storage continue to lead the way in adding new power capacity to the grid, cybersecurity must remain front and center,” said Tim Pawlenty, president and CEO of SEIA. “From secure and resilient systems to expanding domestic manufacturing, this report lays out the actions our industry is taking to strengthen U.S. energy security, protect critical infrastructure, and stay ahead of emerging threats.”
Among its recommendations, the report calls for expanding domestic solar and storage manufacturing through more resilient supply chains, greater transparency and trusted production capacity. It also advocates establishing consistent cybersecurity practices across the industry, promoting national guidance for distributed energy resources, and improving information sharing and coordination to strengthen threat detection and risk communication throughout the sector.
