Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Off-Grid Solar Systems: Implications for Energy Equity in Rural Communities

Melody Famil Rasoulian, Ann‐Perry Witmer · 2026

Summary. Off-grid solar systems in rural communities contain cybersecurity vulnerabilities that threaten energy equity by undermining accessibility, affordability, and reliability. The paper identifies specific vulnerable components and attack types, then argues that effective security solutions must be tailored to each community's unique context rather than applied universally. Context-appropriate approaches are essential to protect energy justice in rural electrification programs.

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Rasoulian, M. F., & Witmer, A.. (2026). Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Off-Grid Solar Systems: Implications for Energy Equity in Rural Communities. https://doi.org/10.1109/greentech68285.2026.11471582

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DOI: 10.1109/greentech68285.2026.11471582
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: energy, regional-innovation-systems, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-29