In this episode of Columbia Energy Exchange, Jason Bordoff interviews Harry Krejsa about the cybersecurity risks associated with the clean energy transition. Krejsa discusses how the increasing digitization and interconnection of energy systems create vulnerabilities to cyberattacks, particularly from actors like China and Russia. He argues that while the transition to clean energy presents new risks, it also offers an opportunity to build more resilient and secure infrastructure by incorporating security measures from the outset, unlike the haphazard digitization of existing fossil fuel-based systems. The conversation covers the role of government regulation, the importance of public-private partnerships, and the potential for AI to both exacerbate and mitigate these threats. Krejsa emphasizes the need for standardization and awareness among stakeholders to ensure a secure and reliable energy future.
