Revision as of 20:27, 7 September 2010

Fact and numbers

Kyouto Protocol was ratified by Russia in 2004.
Russia states that it will fulfill it's obligations in terms of Kyoto Protocol.
President Dmitry Medvedev before Copenhagen conference stated that Russia may increase it's GHG emissions on 30% by 2020.
Even if Russia will increase it's emissions on 30% by 2020 it still will be below 10-15% compared to 1990.
Dmitry Medvedev states that Russia will continue increasing it's energy efficiency.
Russia keep pushing for the unification of Kyoto Protocol and UNFCCC.
Russia's climate policy seems to be more oriented on adaptation to the new climate conditions, rather then reducing emissions.
There are some opinions that Russia can benefit economically from some minor climate changes. (Opening north sailing trade routes, etc.)
Russia tries to play bigger role in climate negotiations.
After forest fires in July 2010 there are some expert opinions that Russia may push further on negotiation in favor of GHG restrictions.

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 = Resources =
 http://blogs.wsj.com/environmentalcapital/2009/06/23/russias-do-nothing-climate-plan/<br>