Electricity market in Russia
The article considers the materials for the development of the electricity market, as well as the problems of this industry and the ways to solve them. The forecast of development is made on the basis of the analysis of some statistical data. The information reflecting the degree of influence of this area on the development of the state is given. Electric power industry is the main branch of the Russian economy that provides the population's needs for electricity and heat, as well as exports to the CIS and far-abroad countries. Sustainable development and reliable operation of the industry largely determine the energy security of the country and are important factors for its successful economic development. The research topic is relevant, because the electricity market is one of the most technologically challenging markets in the world. Electricity is a unique commodity, the feature of which is the impossibility of its accumulation and storage. Therefore, the constant maintenance of supply and demand in this area is a priority. Problems of power development in his book described by V.V. Morozov [10]. Also, the description of the place and role of the electric power industry in the state was dealt with: V.S. Samsonov and MA Vyatkin [13], SV Ponomareva [11] [12], E.K. Klimova [12], A.M. Demeneva [11]. The purpose of the scientific article is to assess the state of working capacity of the electric power industry in the country and make a long-term development forecast.