Could Europe’s push toward renewable energy have created an unexpected national security vulnerability?
In the latest episode of it’s All Greek to You Konstantinos Bogdanos warn against EU’s dependency on Chinese green technology.
As Europe rapidly expanded its solar infrastructure, one critical component became largely dominated by Chinese manufacturers: the solar inverter. These internet-connected devices are essential to converting solar power into electricity and play a vital role in keeping the grid running. Because they rely on remote monitoring and software updates, they have become the focus of growing cybersecurity and national security concerns.
In this video, we examine the debate surrounding Chinese-made solar inverters, Europe’s energy transition, and the warnings being raised by security experts and policymakers. Has Europe simply exchanged one dependency for another? Could critical infrastructure become a geopolitical pressure point in a future crisis?
We also explore:
The role of Chinese manufacturers in Europe’s solar market?
Comparisons with earlier debates surrounding telecommunications infrastructure and 5G.
The European Commission’s recent policy response.
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