Russian Challenges to Creation of a Strong Climate-Change-Related Policy and Strategy
¥Revamping the Economy
–Perfecting market policy
–Fighting corruption
–Raising peopleÕs well-being
–Strengthening civil society institutions (rule of law)
¥Conflicting perspectives and approaches regarding (regional) development
¥Conflicting perspectives and approaches to environmental problems and management
¥The harsh environment, especially ÒThe NorthÓ
–Much of country has average temperature <5¼C
–High energy expenditures for heating and transport
–Energy needs are and for foreseeable future will be met by traditional CO2 emission-heavy hydrocarbon sources