Is the housing sector a good source of energy in Russia?

Housing sector in Russia currently accounts for approximately one quarter of all energy consumed in the country. Being the second largest consumer of energy in Russia (second to industry), there is an enormous potential for energy savings and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reductions in the housing sector.

Is the housing sector a good investment in Russia?

Housing sector in Russia currently accounts for approximately one quarter of all energy consumed in the country. Being the second largest consumer of energy in the country (second to industry), there is an enormous potential for energy savings and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reductions in the housing sector.

How much does gas cost in Russia?

Gas and oil prices in Russia are heavily regulated, so you can't say how much really you pay for them because you pay only small part directly. 6 for day, 3 for night - in rub/kWh - that's what we have here, in Saint-Petersburg. That would be roughly 0.10$ and 0.05$ for one kW*h if we consider a dollar equal to 60 rubbles.

How much money can a Russian pay a bill?

While in russia if you are on minimal wage you cannot offer pay $82 to bills, it's like a quarter of your monthly income. For comparison of purchasing power it will be 10-15 mcdonalds meal and if you can get such a wage in 8 hours you have high above average salary.