Structure of electric power generation from different resources in Russia

Abstract

The article is devoted to the research of the structure of electricity generation by different resources on the territory of Russia. The article describes the impact of the development of the energy industry on the economy and welfare of the country as a whole. The types of energy resources needed for generating various types of energy are considered. An overview of the current state of Russia’s energy balance is performed. Also considered is the degree of use in the fuel and energy complex of both non-renewable energy sources, which are traditional energy, and renewable sources that develop the direction of alternative energy, which aims to reduce the harmful impact on the environment. The analysis of the use of energy resources directly in the manufacture of electricity identified the share of use of each type of energy resource and comparison performed a number of advantages and disadvantages in the use of these resources.