Strategic Priorities of the Russian Power Grids Sector

The priorities of the Russian power grids sector are determined in the Grids Development Strategy of the Russian Federation approved by Order of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 511-r dated April 03, 2013. This document outlines the main areas for development of the Russian power sector and key challenges in managing this sector.

The priorities of the main grid operations is to maintain and develop the infrastructure (power transmission lines and transformers) supporting power generation at power plants and electricity transmission to distribution grids as well as the energy integrity of the nation.

The goal of the distribution grids sector of the Russian Federation is to ensure sustainable, affordable, and high quality electricity supply to consumers in relevant regions at the electricity distribution stage through development of the most efficient and effective infrastructure.

The key objectives of the national policy for power grid management and control are as follows:

• develop economic methods to promote the efficiency of power grid companies;
• create conditions for tariff stabilization;
• source new capital to the power sector in the amount sufficient to upgrade grids and maintain highly reliable power supply.

Currently, industry management must be focused on maximizing efficient use of natural energy resources and power sector potential to ensure its sustainable development, strengthening Russia’s position in foreign markets, and improving living standards at the national level.

The national power sector has the following long-term strategic priorities:

• ensure sustainable power supply to consumers;
• ensure quality of service;
• develop infrastructure to maintain Russia’s economy growth;
• develop scientific and innovation potential of the power sector, also in order to stimulate development in related industries;
• consolidate power grids;
• offer special tariffs to stimulate economic growth;
• optimize use of grid capacity.