| ID | 114457 |
| Title Proper | Russia's climate policy |
| Other Title Information | international bargaining and domestic modernisation |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Henry, Laura A ; Sundstrom, Lisa McIntosh |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article accounts for the gap between Russia's weak initial implementation of the Kyoto Protocol and its more active engagement in climate policy during the Medvedev presidency. We examine the intersection of climate policy and broader efforts to modernise Russia's economy, drawing attention to synergies between domestic and international politics. We argue that international factors alone do not explain the change in climate policy as they have remained relatively constant. Instead, greater attention toward climate policy results from efforts to introduce new technologies and increase energy efficiency, spurred by the recent financial crisis and a shift in domestic policy priorities associated with the Medvedev presidency. |
| `In' analytical Note | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 64, No.7; Sep 2012: p.1297-1322 |
| Journal Source | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 64, No.7; Sep 2012: p.1297-1322 |
| Key Words | Russia ; Economy ; Climate Policy ; Kyoto Protocol ; Medvedev Presidency ; International Politics ; Financial Crisis |