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Articles with tag "Renewables"

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In Russia’s Coal-Mining Heartland, Opponents of Plan to Revive a Soviet Hydropower Plant Are Being Silenced

Those in the local community who speak out against the project, wary of its environmental impact, have been subjected to intimidation. 
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Exiled Experts Lament Dashed Hopes for Russia’s Green Energy Transition

The departures of dozens of experts and advocates could stall the expansion of renewables in Russia, the world's fourth-largest greenhouse gas emitter...
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In Icy Russia, Interest in Solar Power Is Growing

As the Kremlin wakes up to the global climate emergency, renewable projects are drawing attention.

Ministries Tasked with Figuring Out How to Prepare Russia for Energy Transition – RBC

Officials have been having closed-door meetings on how to adapt to changes in the global energy market.

Russia Faces Huge Revenue Losses From Renewables Push, Finance Minister Warns

Russia is the world’s top energy exporter and its economy is heavily dependent on oil and gas.

Russia’s Green Energy Industry Fights Ban on Foreign Companies

Proposed ban on foreign companies building renewable energy infrastructure would be “extremely negative” for Russia’s green energy hopes.

Renewables Drive Accelerates as Enel Russia Sells its Largest Coal Power Station

The sale could be a turning point for Russia’s utilities sector as companies respond to environmental concerns of the government and investors.
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