US - Researchers should aim to develop tools and technologies that enable energy systems to autonomously recognize a cyberattack.

Energy Live News has announced the US Department of Energy’s announcement of $45 million for next-generation technologies to protect the power grid from cyberattacks.

According to Energy Live News, the funding will support up to 15 research, development and demonstration projects that will focus on developing new cybersecurity tools and technologies designed to reduce cyber risks.

The projects should establish or strengthen existing research partnerships with energy sector utilities, vendors, universities, national laboratories and service providers working towards resilient energy delivery systems.

Researchers should aim to develop tools and technologies that enable energy systems to autonomously recognize a cyberattack, attempt to prevent it and automatically isolate and eradicate it with no disruption to energy delivery.

Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm said: “As DOE builds out America’s clean energy infrastructure, this funding will provide the tools for a strong, resilient and secure electricity grid that can withstand modern cyberthreats and deliver energy to every pocket of America.

Source: Energy Live News