CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2010
| Author | Petrichenko, Ksenia Vladimirovna |
|---|---|
| Title | Low-Energy Future of Russian Building Sector |
| Summary | According the path-dependency theory implemented to the pattern of energy use, the energy saving potential can be “locked-in” by inefficient use of energy due to the high costs of switching to a more efficient technology. In this paper the potential of energy savings and the “lock-in effect” for the Russian building sector are estimated by means of modeling final energy use for space heating. The “lock-in effect” is the potential energy savings untapped due to the lack of policy development. The most considerable energy savings and lock-in effect (more than 50% by 2050) are estimated for the scenario of a significant increase in the market penetration of advanced buildings. In case no policies are introduced, this potential is less than 2%. To realize the energy savings potential active policy development has to take place in Russia to address existing barriers and drive market transformation towards higher energy efficiency. The analysis of energy efficiency policy instruments has shown that certain steps have been made in this direction. The most significant step is the adoption of the Federal Law “On Energy Savings…” in 2009. However, further development of policies is required to eliminate the limitations and move the market up to higher energy efficiency. The present analysis of recent projects in Russia shows that there is a positive tendency towards energy efficiency improvement in Russia. Taking into account the government’s activities and plans, it is very likely that the building sector will follow the path of actively reducing its energy consumption. |
| Supervisor | Ürge-Vorsatz Diana |
| Department | Environment Sciences and Policy MSc |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2010/petrichenko_ksenia.pdf |
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