The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has released a new report outlining the solar and energy storage industry’s priorities for strengthening cybersecurity while expanding domestic manufacturing capacity for clean energy technologies across the United States.
The report comes as US solar and battery energy storage manufacturing continues to grow, with domestic inverter manufacturing capacity having nearly tripled since the end of 2024.
According to SEIA, the report identifies key cybersecurity considerations for the solar and energy storage sector, recommends measures to improve industry resilience, and provides guidance to help companies adopt cybersecurity best practices and standards as cyber threats targeting the energy sector continue to evolve.
“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.
He added that the report outlines actions the industry is taking to strengthen US energy security, protect critical infrastructure and stay ahead of emerging cyber threats through secure and resilient energy systems and expanded domestic manufacturing.
As part of its strategy to strengthen cybersecurity, SEIA is also prioritising the development of resilient domestic supply chains. The association noted that the opening of a new inverter manufacturing facility in July has positioned the United States alongside the world’s second-largest inverter manufacturing markets.
The report outlines three key priorities for the industry:
-Expanding domestic solar and energy storage manufacturing through resilient supply chains, greater transparency and trusted manufacturing capacity.
-Strengthening baseline cybersecurity by promoting consistent industry practices and national guidance for distributed energy resources.
-Improving threat visibility and coordination through enhanced information sharing and better risk communication across the industry.
SEIA said the recommendations are intended to support a more secure and resilient solar and energy storage industry while reinforcing the role of renewable energy in strengthening the nation’s critical energy infrastructure.
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