This is the only low-carbon source expected to see substantial expansion, serving as a "backbone" of the grid.
Wind and solar are projected to remain a minor part of the mix, accounting for only about 1% of primary energy consumption by 2050. Infrastructure & Regional Focus
The (often transliterated from EnergoStrategiya ) is the nation's primary strategic planning document for the fuel and energy complex. While the previous iteration targeted 2035 , the Russian government officially approved an updated Energy Strategy until 2050 in April 2025. Core Objectives jenergostrategii
Moving from import substitution to leadership, with a target of 90% technological independence by 2028.
The strategy reinforces a heavy reliance on traditional fossil fuels while selectively expanding low-carbon sources: This is the only low-carbon source expected to
Expanding regional gas coverage, aiming for 82.9% reach by 2035.
A major expansion is planned, with export targets reaching 142 bcm by 2030 and 241 bcm by 2050 . While the previous iteration targeted 2035 , the
Maintaining and realizing export capacity by redirecting energy flows toward "friendly countries," particularly in Asia and the Middle East.