The impact of government support measures on the development of the charging infrastructure market in the Russian Federation

Currently, there is a growing awareness worldwide among societies and governments regarding pollution resulting from human activities, raising the issue of climate change. All this, together with other factors, puts a priority theme of environmental friendliness in various areas of the economy, and the field of transport was no exception. The use of vehicles running on alternative fuels and electricity emerges as a pressing agenda. The article examines the development of the charging infrastructure market for electric vehicles, taking into account existing measures to stimulate the electric vehicle market in both Russian and foreign practices. The aim of the study is to systematize the accumulated experience of stimulating demand. Since the electric vehicle market and the charging infrastructure of cities are interrelated, an important task is to identify existing barriers hindering the development of the electric vehicle market in Russia and to investigate support measures. The investment potential of projects for the development of electrical charging infrastructure was assessed, taking into account various forms of support.