Several Russian regions are set to receive funding aimed at expanding compressed natural gas filling infrastructure. The government, through an order signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, allocated over 300 million rubles for these purposes, as stated in an official government message.
The subsidies will be directed to seven areas: the Republic of Tatarstan, the Kemerovo, Omsk, Samara, Sverdlovsk and Yaroslavl regions, and the city of Sevastopol. Later, this support will be extended to organizations and individual entrepreneurs involved in investment projects to build gas filling stations. The focus includes stations serving passenger transport, light freight, and mixed passenger and freight services, as well as municipal fleets and equipment needs.
Compressed natural gas is highlighted as one of the cleaner fuel options available, capable of substantially reducing emissions compared with conventional fuels. This emphasis aligns with broader environmental goals and cleaner urban air initiatives observed across the country.
Health and environmental experts have long noted that improving air quality can have positive effects on public health. Recent discussions in the scientific community underscore the potential links between air pollution and cardiovascular risks, such as high blood pressure, underscoring the importance of reducing vehicular emissions where possible. In this context, the push for cleaner fuel in transportation is presented as part of a broader strategy to protect public health while supporting modern, efficient mobility. This assessment reflects findings reported by the government and independent researchers.