JAILCD2025-018: A Study on End-use Energy Consumption of Residential Sector in Russia

Abstract

With increasing global attention on energy consumption, the residential sector, a significant area of energy use, has attracted extensive research focus. As one of the largest energy producers and consumers globally, Russia's end-use energy consumption in the residential sector significantly impacts the nation's overall energy demand. However, studies on end-use energy consumption in Russia remain relatively limited, particularly in the analysis of specific energy sources within households. To address this research gap, this study employs correlation analysis to examine the end-use energy consumption patterns of heating, cooking, electrical appliances, hot water, and lighting, using existing data. The study also considers regional climate differences and energy structure characteristics. By analyzing the relationships between end-use energy consumption and key factors such as population, income, temperature, and housing development, this research identifies the main drivers of residential energy use in Russia. The results indicate that heating accounts for the majority of end-use residential energy consumption, driven by population growth, low temperatures, and housing development. Hot water and cooking also contribute significantly to household energy use. Furthermore, the proportion of natural gas in the energy structure has a notable impact on regional end-use energy consumption, particularly evident in the differences between centralized and personal heating systems. This study provides theoretical support for energy policy development in Russia and offers valuable insights for improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in cold-climate countries.