During the international forum “Ecology” held in Moscow on June 5–6, 38 sessions brought together more than 400 speakers to discuss the key directions of Russia’s environmental development. The forum’s press service confirmed these details, highlighting the scale and focus of the event.
Attendance exceeded 1,500 participants, representing 70 Russian federal subjects and 42 foreign states. The discussions centered on Russia’s environmental development mechanisms and the trajectory of green diplomacy, aiming to align domestic policy with global sustainability trends.
Nikolai Valuev, a deputy in the State Duma and head of the public council of the ANO Center for Assistance to Environmental Initiatives, which organized the forum, noted that the event has united environmental community representatives for fourteen years. He described it as a steady platform where experts from across Russia converge and where annual benchmarks are set to improve state policy in environmental protection.
Victoria Abramchenko, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, remarked that the country’s national development goals, as articulated by the head of state, are inseparably linked with the environmental agenda.
She emphasized the creation of an effective system for handling production and consumption waste, safeguarding unique water bodies, and reducing harmful emissions into the atmosphere. She added that despite the economic challenges arising from sanctions and the pandemic, these issues remain a government priority.
Sergei Anoprienko, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, affirmed that ecology remains the government’s top priority even in the face of sanctions.
Regarding international environmental cooperation, he stated that all Russian initiatives are driven by the objectives of the national project “Ecology” and help address problems across various fields.
Denis Butsaev, Managing Director of PPK REO, pointed out that plans for building a circular economy have not wavered and that the development of municipal solid waste facilities is proceeding more rapidly than before.
He added that, despite reform difficulties, the establishment of infrastructure systems in waste management, agriculture, industry, and construction continues, with ongoing state support remaining a constant factor.