Ministry of Energy: Russian Miners Consume 2.7 GW of Electricity Annually — 2% of Total Consumption

According to the Ministry of Energy, Russian miners consume about 2.7 GW of electricity per year, accounting for 2% of the country’s total energy consumption. These figures highlight the significance of mining in Russia‘s energy balance.

The high level of electricity consumption by miners raises concerns among authorities, especially in regions with limited energy resources. This leads to discussions about the need for regulation and oversight of mining activities.

The Ministry of Energy is considering ways to optimize energy consumption in the mining sector, including the introduction of special tariffs and promoting the use of renewable energy sources.