But everything is going according to plan In Russia, by 2050, the price of electricity will rise by 28 percent, all due to the fight against carbon emissions, analysts at VTB Capital predicted. techlife/”class =” PfUsGslq “title =” All for the planet: Russians are warned of higher electricity prices “alt =” All for the planet: Russians are warned of higher electricity prices “All for the planet: Russians are warned of higher electricity prices/>
According to the forecast, the reduction of emissions by 2050 by 60 percent from the level of 2019 will require 102.7 trillion rubles. However, decarbonization can lead to higher prices for products within Russia for the average consumer. The highest growth – by 28 percent – will show an increase in the cost of electricity, which will be necessary to cover investments.
This conclusion of analysts, in general, corresponds to the strategy of the Ministry of Economic Development, which provides for the allocation of 88.8 trillion rubles to reduce emissions.
Electricity in Russia may rise in price by 26 percent by 2050 due to reduced emissions. The Ministry of Economic Development has prepared the final version of the country's low-carbon development strategy. According to the head of the department, the forced energy transition for some economies turns into unexpected costs.
Source: RBC