Enhancing Cybersecurity in Sustainable Energy: Regulatory Compliance, Challenges, and Policy Innovations

The global switch to renewable energy is both a necessity for sustainable development and climate change mitigation. However, this transition is coupled with unique cyber security issues because of the greater reliance on networked digital systems. This paper identifies significant flaws in the current cyber security regulations and procedures while highlighting their effectiveness in the renewable energy sector. Recent research with the analysis highlighted the necessity of adaptable regulatory tools and the particular vulnerabilities that exist in renewable energy networks. According to the report, stronger regulations on the policymaking side must be enforced: rigorous regulatory compliance, increased robustness, and the incorporation of newer security practices that address changing threats. We explore how the integration of cutting-edge technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) could strengthen system resilience using current case studies like China’s renewable energy projects and Germany’s Energiewende. Furthermore, the importance of cybersecurity in the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is evaluated based on how it supports environmental conservation, economic development, and renewable energy. This research will aid the stakeholders and policymakers in making a safe and sustainable energy future.