Wind energy is a key component of the global shift to renewable sources, as it offers a clean and abundant alternative to fossil fuels. However, wind farms are not immune to cyber threats, especially offshore ones, facing unique challenges and vulnerabilities.
A new study by researchers from Concordia University and Hydro-Quebec, presented at the 2023 IEEE International Conference on Communications, Control, and Computing Technologies for Smart Grids (SmartGridComm) in Glasgow, United Kingdom, explores the potential risks and impacts of cyberattacks on offshore wind farms. The study focuses on wind farms that use voltage-source-converter high-voltage direct-current (VSC-HVDC) connections, becoming the preferred option for transmitting offshore wind power to the main grid.
