4 FAQs about Cuba solar-powered communication cabinet inverter grid-connected equipment

Are Chinese solar power inverters connected to critical infrastructure grids?

U.S. energy officials have launched an investigation after discovering unauthorized communication equipment embedded within Chinese-manufactured solar power inverters connected to critical infrastructure grids across the country.

Do solar inverters contain undocumented cellular radio devices?

These inverters, which are essential components that convert direct current from solar panels into alternating current usable by the electrical grid, were found to contain undocumented cellular radio devices not disclosed in product specifications or technical documentation.

Where are power inverters used?

Power inverters, which are predominantly produced in China, are used throughout the world to connect solar panels and wind turbines to electricity grids. They are also found in batteries, heat pumps and electric vehicle chargers. Make sense of the latest ESG trends affecting companies and governments with the Reuters Sustainable Switch newsletter.

Which solar inverter manufacturers have vulnerabilities?

In March, researchers from Forescout Research's Vedere Labs uncovered vulnerabilities in solar power systems after analyzing six major inverter manufacturers, including Huawei, Sungrow, and SMA Solar Technology.

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