Renewable energy sources as the basis for the implementation of the paris agreement on reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Russia

The article investigates the feasibility of the Paris Agreement on reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Russia. The research analyzes the amount of emissions in Russia in comparison with other countries. The article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the renewable energy sources. The research examines the dynamics of electricity generation and consumption of energy resources in the Russian Federation over a period of 2008-2015. The authors concluded about the importance of identifying the optimum ratio of alternative and traditional energy sources in the Russian Federation to provide energy and environmental security of the state.