Strengthening the performance of renewable energy infrastructures: approaches and solutions

Introduction

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The New and Renewable Energies (ENR) sector includes various production sources, such as solar, wind, hydraulic and biomass energy. These infrastructures, often located in isolated areas, must operate optimally and continuously to maximize their performance while reducing operating costs. ALEMCA is positioned as a strategic solution, offering centralized management of equipment and connectivity, while ensuring secure remote access and automation tools. In addition to business management and supervision tools, ALEMCA reinforces the overall performance of energy infrastructures.

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Complementarity with business management tools

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In ENR installations, many companies already use specialized supervision or hypervision tools to manage business processes related to energy production. ALEMCA integrates perfectly with these systems, providing an additional layer for the management of network infrastructures, telecommunications, IT and PLCs. For example, solutions like S4E, Epice, SolarID, Bazefield or tools developed in-house are often used to supervise production, while ALEMCA ensures that connectivity, data security and remote access to equipment work flawlessly.

Thus, ALEMCA complements business management tools by guaranteeing a robust and secure network infrastructure in accordance with the latest regulations. A solar farm operator will be able to use ALEMCA to monitor IT equipment and networks while continuing to use its supervision system to optimize energy production. This synergy allows operators to improve their operational efficiency while guaranteeing optimal service continuity.

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Proactive supervision of critical infrastructures

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Thanks to ALEMCA, operators can supervise the network infrastructures, servers and PLCs of their ENR installations in real time. Take the example of a wind farm: each turbine is equipped with sensors and controllers that require reliable network connectivity to transmit critical data. With ALEMCA, operators can not only monitor the quality of connectivity and the status of network equipment, but also intervene remotely to reset or adjust turbine parameters if necessary. This approach guarantees maximum infrastructure availability while reducing the costs associated with on-site interventions.

In a solar photovoltaic power plant, ALEMCA also makes it possible to monitor the proper functioning of their installations and ensure the reliability of the internet connection for dataloggers and inverters. In the event of an anomaly, technical teams can immediately intervene remotely. This allows for proactive and optimized management of installations, while strengthening the security of critical infrastructures.

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Enhanced security and NIS2 compliance

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With the increase in cyber threats and new regulatory requirements, securing critical infrastructures has become a priority for renewable energy producers. ALEMCA guarantees the protection of equipment and data through a Zero Trust (ZTNA) approach, by segmenting accesses and maintaining connections only when necessary. This strategy also applies to subcontractors and technicians who work on infrastructures, offering them temporary and restricted access, without compromising the overall security of the system.

This fine access management allows operators to meet the requirements of the NIS2 directive while maintaining the security of their infrastructures. In the event of an attempted intrusion or incident, ALEMCA immediately alerts the teams concerned and allows rapid measures to be taken to secure the installation.

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Conclusion

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ALEMCA perfectly complements business management and supervision tools by providing a robust solution for the management of network, IT and PLC infrastructures. By ensuring real-time supervision, enhanced security and secure remote access, ALEMCA allows renewable energy operators to maximize their efficiency while reducing operating costs. This complementarity between ALEMCA and business supervision systems guarantees comprehensive and efficient management of installations, for optimal energy efficiency.