AP–WEF Centre for Energy and Cyber Resilience Launched in Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh Partners With WEF for Energy and Cyber Resilience

Andhra Pradesh has taken a major step toward securing its energy systems and accelerating clean-power expansion by partnering with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to set up a Centre for Energy and Cyber Resilience in Visakhapatnam. The initiative reflects the state’s vision to modernise its electricity sector while preparing for emerging cyber risks targeting critical infrastructure.

Centre Aimed at Strengthening Grid Security

The new centre will focus on protecting electricity networks against cyberattacks, operational failures and digital vulnerabilities. It will help design risk-assessment models , policy frameworks, and training programmes for energy utilities. Officials emphasise that the centre will play a crucial role in ensuring uninterrupted and secure power for industries, households and essential services.

Support for State’s Renewable Energy Vision

Andhra Pradesh has announced an ambitious plan to achieve 160 GW of green energy capacity , driven by solar, wind and hydro resources. State officials expect the WEF partnership to enhance power-system efficiency, reduce transmission losses and ensure the supply of affordable, high-quality electricity. Rooftop solar expansion under central schemes forms a key component of this effort.

Adoption of Advanced Power Technologies

The state aims to integrate AI-based monitoring , predictive analytics and emerging digital tools to enhance grid reliability. These technologies will enable faster detection of faults, improved load management and smoother integration of renewable energy into the grid, especially as capacity rises across urban and rural networks.

Exam Facts

• AP–WEF Centre to focus on energy and cyber resilience for electricity grids.

• Andhra Pradesh targets 160 GW of green-energy generation.

• Cutting transmission losses is a key policy priority.

• Partnership announced at the 30th CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam.

Record Investments at the CII Summit

The Partnership Summit, where the agreement was formalised, brought investment commitments totalling ₹13 lakh crore , with the potential to generate 30 lakh jobs . Representatives from 60 countries, foreign ministers and global industry leaders participated, signalling Andhra Pradesh’s growing prominence in energy, manufacturing and technology-driven development.