Energy Efficiency Project

The Gas Distribution Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency Project will increase the efficiency of energy use in Russia, will improve the efficiency and safety of gas distribution, and will support policy reforms in the gas subsector. The project is expected to have both direct impact in the targeted cities and indirect impact elsewhere in Russia through the demonstration of technological and managerial principles. The project consists of three components: (a) gas distribution network improvements; (b) energy efficiency investments; and (c) technical assistance. The gas distribution network investments largely focus on metering, cathodic protection, and pipe replacement. Energy efficiency investment will focus on replacement of outdated and inefficient equipment. Technical assistance is designed both will support project implementation and to advance the government's reform program. An initial program aimed at greenhouse gas reduction, and financed under the Global Environment Facility, is also linked to the project.