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Envision Energy Achieves Key TÜV SÜD Certification

Envision Energy, a leader in renewable energy technologies, has successfully secured the IEC 62443-3-3 Security Level 2 (SL2) certificate from TÜV SÜD for its wind farm control system. This milestone was announced during the WindEnergy Hamburg 2026 event, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to cybersecurity and the long-term resilience of future energy systems.

The IEC 62443 series represents a globally acknowledged standard for cybersecurity in industrial automation and control systems. Specifically, the IEC 62443-3-3 standard emphasizes system-level security requirements, ensuring that essential components, networks, and security mechanisms operate cohesively within the control system. Obtaining this certificate signifies independent validation of the cybersecurity features that are integrated throughout Envision Energy's wind farm control system.

With an enhanced focus on cybersecurity, Envision Energy has integrated protective measures into the design and production of its wind energy technologies. The SL2 certificate encompasses various critical layers of cybersecurity capabilities, including:

• - Secure Development Lifecycle: Certified to IEC 62443-4-1, ensuring rigorous security is embedded from the inception of technology.
• - Core Components Security: SCADA, PPC, and PLC certified to IEC 62443-4-2 SL2, emphasizing the integrity of key operational elements.
• - System-Level Protection: The wind farm control system has been certified to IEC 62443-3-3 SL2, verifying comprehensive security measures.
• - Service Capability Certification: Envision Energy's system security integration and maintenance services are certified to IEC 62443-2-4, ensuring ongoing protection and support.

Yimin Lou, Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Envision Energy, commented on the significance of this achievement: "As wind energy plays a pivotal role in future energy systems, robust cybersecurity is vital for the dependable operation of wind assets. This certificate not only showcases our achievements but also serves as a foundation for continuous enhancement in cybersecurity as we adapt to changing requirements worldwide, particularly in Europe.”

The energy sector's shift towards greater digitalization accelerates the urgency of cybersecurity measures, as they are crucial for maintaining trust in the technologies that drive energy infrastructure. Frank L. Blaimberger, Vice President Global Innovation Lead for Digitized Compliance Solutions and Connected Systems from TÜV SÜD, acknowledged this certification as a significant step forward in addressing cybersecurity at the system level. He emphasized how independent verification against widely-recognized standards can bolster confidence in the safety and reliability of wind energy systems.

Looking ahead, Envision Energy aims to further integrate cybersecurity throughout the lifecycle of its technologies and systems. This proactive strategy is expected to enhance resilience, ensuring lasting trust among its customers. The continued commitment to improving security measures reflects the evolving landscape of the energy industry, in which cybersecurity is increasingly central to operations.

In a world where energy transition and demand for secure, reliable systems are growing, Envision Energy stands at the forefront of ensuring that wind energy not only meets the needs of today but is prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. This certification marks one of many steps in their journey towards not just compliance, but excellence in cybersecurity and energy productivity.