The utility industry has long been at or near the top of any list of critical industries vulnerable to bad actors. While cybersecurity receives significant attention, physical security is equally critical, and utility leaders have been actively addressing this threat. The global utility physical security market is estimated to exceed $10 billion today and is projected to grow to more than $31 billion by 2032 (Source: Allied Market Research).
This Energy Central PowerSession featured a roundtable discussion with utility and security leaders at the forefront of addressing physical security challenges. Panelists included leaders from TXNM Energy, WSP, Bosch, and 3B Protection. The discussion explored integrated physical security solutions, including ballistic walls, drone detection, radar, LIDAR, and other emerging technologies.