TCCPET | Trusted Connected Products in Energy Transition

Region:

Flanders

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Helping SMEs strengthen cybersecurity through secure-by-design methods, practical tools, and guidance

The Trusted Connected Products in Energy Transition (TCCPET) project helps Flemish SMEs strengthen the cybersecurity of their connected energy products. It provides practical tools, guidelines, and demonstrations to integrate security from the design stage throughout the product lifecycle. The project also supports companies in preparing for the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA).

Target group

TCCPET is aimed at companies that develop, integrate, or operate connected products and digital solutions for the energy transition, including:

Manufacturers and developers of connected energy products, such as sensors, inverters, and energy management systems
Companies involved in battery storage, solar energy, offshore wind, and electric vehicle charging
System integrators and specialists configuring connected energy installations
Operators of digital platforms for energy and flexibility management
Data and software service providers
Cybersecurity companies specialising in risk assessment, testing, and regulatory compliance
Suppliers of energy infrastructure and renewable energy technologies

Context

As energy systems become more connected, cybersecurity becomes increasingly important. Connected devices, software platforms, and industrial control systems exchange information across complex networks. A vulnerability in one component can affect other parts of the system.

Manufacturers and integrators must address risks throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design to software updates and maintenance. They also need to consider the security of third-party components and open-source software.

The European Cyber Resilience Act introduces cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements. Companies therefore need practical methods to assess risks, document security measures, and manage vulnerabilities.

For many SMEs, putting these requirements into practice in their day-to-day engineering activities remains challenging. They need accessible tools and guidance adapted to the technologies used in the energy sector.

Objectives & results

TCCPET aims to:

Help companies integrate secure-by-design principles into connected energy product development
Develop practical methods for cybersecurity risk assessment, threat modelling, and secure component integration
Improve vulnerability management, software updates, and security throughout the product lifecycle
Evaluate cybersecurity tools and architectures for different connected energy products
Provide practical guidance to help SMEs prepare for the Cyber Resilience Act

Key expected results

Cybersecurity toolkits for vulnerability detection, risk management, and CRA implementation
Design guidelines and templates for secure product architectures, component integration, and configuration
Practical demonstrators at EnergyVille to evaluate security solutions and illustrate potential cyberattacks
Reports and assessment tools covering cybersecurity maturity, common challenges, and available technologies
Case studies illustrating cybersecurity threats and mitigation approaches in connected energy systems
Workshops, masterclasses, and online resources to help companies apply secure-by-design practices

The project focuses on solutions that companies can integrate into their existing development, integration, and maintenance activities.

Get involved in TCCPET

Developing or integrating connected energy products? Join TCCPET to share your cybersecurity challenges and explore practical secure-by-design solutions.

Contact our expert Tatiana Galibus