Summary

Structural changes in power generation, driven by the growing installed capacity and output of renewable energy sources, aging conventional generation and grid assets, the emergence of new electricity consumers (such as EV charging stations, data centers, and mining farms), potential climate change impacts, environmental concerns, and other factors are increasing short-term uncertainty in managing large power systems. This necessitates the adoption of modern, flexible, and cost-effective tools integrated into the energy market framework.

Demand response (DR) is a tool that requires significantly lower capital expenditures compared to building new generation or grid infrastructure. It allows consumers to influence electricity prices while enhancing grid reliability by contributing to system-wide power balance maintenance.

This article outlines the implementation stages and key principles of DR in Russia’s power sector, reviews interim results, and identifies future development directions.

Additional informations

Publication type Session Materials
Reference C5_11209_2026
Publication year
Publisher CIGRE
Country Russian Federation
Study committees
File size 288 KB
Price for non member 30 €
Price for member 30 €

Authors

VORONOV Ivan - SO UPS, JSC; KATAEV Andrei - SO UPS, JSC

Keywords

ancillary service, demand response, power market

Demand Response in UPS of Russia. Results and Prospects