Short list


of the Award 2024

From May 28th till November 15th the XI International Award ‘’Distributed power generation – great achievements’’ website received 65 applications from 16 regions of Russia. According to the results of the selection by the Organizing Committee, and to the Award Regulations, 54 projects were included in the Shortlist of the Award.

The winners of the competition are determined by the International Expert Council for the Award, which includes leading industry experts, business representatives, government, scientists from Russia, China, Egypt and the UAE.

 

Summing up the results of the 2025 Award will take place on December 17, 2025 in Moscow, at the headquarters of the All-Russian Public Organization “Business Russia”.

1 nomination


«The best project in the field of small distributed power generation up to 5 MW»

1
TSK Volgaenergoprom LLC
Russia, Samara

Gas-piston power plant with a capacity of 1.4 MW for Alekseevskaya NPP in the Volgograd region

Gas-piston power plant with a capacity of 1.4 MW for Alekseevskaya NPP in the Volgograd region provides energy supply to the infrastructure of the RITEK fields. The complex based on four GPUs uses associated petroleum gas and operates with the network at the same time. The project increased the energy independence of the node, allowed efficient use of APG and ensured stable generation due to a modern gas treatment system and remote monitoring.

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MNPO Energospectechnika JSC
Russia, Krasnogorsk

Autonomous hybrid power plant ENERGO-KA on Teschin Yazik pass in the Republic of Bashkortostan

The autonomous hybrid power plant "ENERGO-KA" on the Teschin Yazik pass in Bashkortostan provides year-round power supply to the communication station in a completely isolated environment. The complex combines solar panels, batteries and two diesel generators with automatic rotation, operating without maintenance for up to 12 months. The Arctic-designed all-weather container and advanced monitoring system guarantee stable operation in extreme climates.

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Valdex Energetika LLC
Russia, Odintsovo

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 4 MW for Pigment JSC in Tambov

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 4 MW for Pigment JSC provides electricity and heat supply to the chemical enterprise in a year-round autonomous mode. The complex includes two Jichai GPUs with 2 MW each and a steam recycling module. The key feature of the project is the synchronization of new Chinese installations with existing MWM engines, as well as the first Russian implementation of steam recycling based on Jichai.

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INTECH LLC
Russia, Zelenograd

Mobile autonomous diesel power plant on a truck chassis

Mobile autonomous diesel power plant on a truck chassis — It is a universal energy complex for the operational power supply of construction sites, events and emergency facilities. The station is equipped with a Euro-5 engine, noise protection, fast PowerLock connections and a remote monitoring system, ensuring stable operation and quick commissioning.

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Chelyabinsk Electrical Equipment Plant
Russia, Chelyabinsk

Diesel Power plant with a capacity of 255 kW for the Chukotka gold deposit

Diesel Power plant Genion-D-250C-S-C with a capacity of 255 kW created for the energy supply of the “Kupol” field in the extreme conditions of Chukotka. The Cummins engine-based station is adapted to frost and hurricane winds, equipped with multi-level heating, precipitation protection and a modern fire safety system, ensuring stable autonomous operation.

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Sigma Energy LLC
Russia, Moscow

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 400 kW for Uniprof LLC in Smolensk

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 400 KW for Uniprof LLC in Smolensk is built on the basis of two piston units Sinotruk T12 and 800 kW modular boiler house. The complex operates in simultaneous and island modes, is equipped with cogeneration and an external cooling system. Deeply integrated monitoring at the PLK “OVEN” and GPU's own production ensured flexible adaptation to customer requirements and high energy efficiency.

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Rolt Engineering LLC
Russia, Moscow

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 600 MW based on domestic production facilities "Volga Industrial Engine" in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 600 kW in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk was created on the basis of two domestic “Volga Industrial Engine” gas piston units packaged with Rolt Engineering. The project was implemented within the framework of the Russian energy security doctrine for enterprises serving the largest fuel and energy companies. The PSG ROLT 300 complex has become a significant facility in the region and has passed launch tests, providing reliable local power supply.

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2 nomination


«The best project in the field of small distributed power generation with a capacity of more than 5 MW»

1
Valdex Energy LLC
Russia, Odintsovo

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 12,9 MW for Sukhonsky KBK LLC in the Vologda region

Gas-piston power center with a capacity of 12,9 MW for Sukhonsky Cardboard and Paper Mill provides stable energy supply to production workshops and heat supply to the city of Sokol. The complex includes three 4.3 MW GPU with heat recovery and two BZEM steam boilers providing a steam capacity of 84.3 t/h. The project combines high technology and thoughtful architectural solutions, seamlessly integrated into the industrial landscape.

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Gidroproekt Institute LLC
Russia, Moscow

Verkhnebaksanskaya HPP

Verkhnebaksanskaya HPP with a capacity of 24.7 MW It will become the first hydroelectric power facility in the Elbrus district of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, using a head of more than 480 m on the Adyr-Su River. The 5.1 km long derivation scheme provides environmentally friendly generation of about 92 million kWh per year. Commissioning in 2028 will increase the reliability of the region's energy supply, including tourist and socially significant facilities.

3
WARM LLC
Russia, Rostov-na-Donu

Creation of a 7.17 MW Jenbacher gas-piston power plant heat recovery system for a greenhouse complex in the Moscow Region

In 2025 “WARM” Company implemented a project to create a highly efficient waste heat recovery system at the Jenbacher gas-piston power plant and ensure reliable heat supply to the greenhouse complex in the Moscow Region. The company's engineers have created united heat exchanger design for all 11 GPUs and implemented a cascade heat recovery system. The implementation of the project helped to increase the overall efficiency of the energy center from 45% to 85%, achieve annual energy savings of up to 42 million rubles, and reduce the carbon footprint by 5,200 tons of CO₂ per year.

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3 nomination


«Best Renewable Energy, Storage and Electric Transportation Project»

1
Litso Stolits LLC
Russia, Krasnodar

The first Russian solar power plant in Antarctica

From 2021 to 2025, “Litso Stolits” company (Solar-B Energy brand), together with the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute, carried out the phased implementation of Russia's first project of an autonomous solar power supply system with a capacity of 40 kW at the Russian Antarctic Progress station. This project has become a practical demonstration of the potential of Russian autonomous energy supply technologies in extreme climatic conditions – at temperatures up to -50 °C and hurricane-force winds.

2
RusHydro PJSC
Russia, Krasnoyarsk

Eastern Hydrogen Cluster: AGEC in the village of Novikovo, Sakhalin region

In September 2024, the launch ceremony of an automated hybrid energy complex in the village of Novikovo, Sakhalin Region, took place at the Eastern Economic Forum. The project was implemented with joint participation of RusHydro PJSC, The Governments of the Sakhalin Region and MIPT. A special feature of the new AGEC is the creation of hydrogen test site on its territory. After completion of the tests, technologies will be tested for generating, storing and using hydrogen as an alternative source of energy supply to an isolated village. 

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Korenovsky Dairy and Canning Plant CJSC
Russia, Krasnodar

Solar power plant with a capacity of 200 kW for Korenovsky Dairy and Canning Plant CJSC in Krasnodar

In May 2025 in Krasnodar, on Korenovsky Dairy and Canning Plant, known throughout Russia for "Korovka from Korenovka" ice cream, was commissioned a network solar station with a peak capacity of 100 kW 0.4 kV (2 units). The innovation of the SES consisted in the use of modern single-crystal panels with increased efficiency; the introduction of monitoring systems with LCD displays displaying the current output parameters and system status in real time; the use of a sinusoidal inverter to ensure a stable electrical signal. After the SES was put into operation, the company significantly reduced the cost of paying for electricity by generating its own clean energy.

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Geothermo LLC
Russia, Moscow

Technonicol's "Green office" for geothermal heat pumps in Ryazan

In the summer of 2025, the opening of the green office of Technonicol, equipped with advanced renewable energy solutions, took place in Ryazan. The Project implemented a system of Russian-made geothermal and air heat pumps with a total capacity of 448 kW, as well as a solar power plant. The heat node has become the "core" of the Project: 8 geothermal wells have been installed, and 160 wells with a total length of 8000 meters have been drilled. The heating and cooling of the building works due to the heat of the earth. The Green Office not only reduces heating costs by 3 times and air conditioning by 10 times, but also reduces the carbon footprint of the building by 5 times, making the project an example of sustainable development in commercial real estate.

5
Solartech LLC
Russia, Moscow

Solar power plant with a capacity of 104 kW for the production and warehouse complex in Saransk

In order to avoid an annual increase in fees for tenants, the owner of production and warehouse complex in Saransk decided to introduce his own generation. The project of a 104 kW grid solar power plant on the roof of the complex was implemented already in 2025. The SES reached its projected capacity immediately after commissioning. The expected annual output is about 112,500 kWh, which reduces energy costs by up to 30% and reduces the carbon footprint by 40 tons of CO₂ per year. The facility is fully integrated into the complex's power system and operates stably in various weather conditions. The station has become a cost management tool and has increased the attractiveness of the facility for tenants.

6
INTECH LLC
Russia, Solnechnogorsk

Integrated electric power plant based on renewable energy sources and DSU

INTECH Company presents an innovative solution for providing reliable and predominantly autonomous power supply under the conditions of unstable operation of central networks or remoteness from central power supply networks – an integrated electric power plant (IES). The IES is an autonomous energy module packed in a standard 20-foot shipping container (Dry Cube) with auxiliary elements for installing solar panels and a high-capacity wind turbine mast. The station not only guarantees uninterrupted power supply in case of accidents, but also allows the integration of renewable energy sources into the consumer's local energy system, and allows the supply of excess generated electricity to the grid.

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Solar Center LLC
Russia, Krasnodar

Solar power plant with a capacity of 2 MW for the “Zapadny” Refrigerating Plant in the Takhtamukai village, Republic of Adygea

To solve the problem of reducing energy costs, the owner of “Zapadny” Refrigeration Plant ("4 seasons" brand) decided to build its own generation. The main difficulties falls on the summer season: processing of fruit and vegetable products. Refrigeration units account for a significant share of energy consumption throughout the year. The project of a solar station with an annual photovoltaic energy output of 2.3 MW was implemented in no time. Due to the launch of the SES, energy savings amounted to up to 70% in the summer and up to 50% over the year.

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Mosgortrans SUE
Russia, Moscow

New Moscow electric buses

In 2018, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin launched the first electric bus route. Since that time, modern transport was used more than 800 million times. In 2025, innovative large-class electric buses of the new generation KAMAZ-52222 were put into operation. The cars have a modern design and equipped with doors with a light indication, which remain outside the cabin when opened. More than 2,600 electric buses run in Moscow today, which is 36.6% of the Mosgortrans SUE. The introduction of electric buses in Moscow is an important step towards reducing the negative impact of transport on the city's ecology. From 2018 to 2024, the replacement of diesel buses with electric buses reduced carbon dioxide emissions by 190 thousand tons.

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TIGARBO ECO LLC
Russia, Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy

TIGARBO electric vehicles

The “TIGARBO ECO” company is a resident of the Skolkovo Foundation.  It has introduced a series of TIGARBO passenger and cargo electric vehicles and electric buses to the Russian market. The model range includes passenger and cargo-passenger models, tricycles, buses and commercial vehicles. The electric vehicle is charged using a 220 V household power grid. The location of production is 85%, which makes it possible to increase independence from foreign supplies.

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4 nomination


«Domestic development in the field of small-scale distributed energy»

1
Rodwig LLC
Russia, St. Petersburg

The first Russian RODWIG 1.5 MW gas piston engine

The Russian RODWIG 1.5 MW gas piston engine is designed to create highly efficient distributed energy sources. RODWIG -001 – is a Russian product aimed at replacing imported analogues. The key advantages are: operation on different types of fuels, including unstable associated petroleum gas, full service and production independence, as well as significant environmental impact due to the utilization of PNG. The project is actively developing and has a planned launch date in 2027.

2
Valdex Energy LLC
Russia, Odintsovo

DELTA 4.4-M Selective Catalytic Reduction System

DELTA 4.4-M – an innovative exhaust gas purification system for gas piston installations from nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide, developed by the Valdex Energetika team for greenhouse complexes. High-purity carbon dioxide is produced due to the system's operation, which is necessary for intensive plant growth. The control system monitors the co₂ content in the greenhouse. If it is too low, the computer sends a DELTA CO₂ request to the installation. The unit injects a reducing agent in front of the catalyst and reduces the toxic substances in the exhaust gases. The installation of this system saves 1 million rubles per month from 1 MW of electric power and increases the yield of the greenhouse complex by up to 40%.

3
DVS Resource LLC
Russia, Saint Petersburg

“Diadem” Management and monitoring system

“Diadem” - is a proprietary software certified by the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation, which embodies all the functions that allow service workers to monitor, configure, diagnose and analyze the parameters of the energy center. Monitoring of parameters and visualization in the form of graphs makes it possible to quickly make decisions to ensure efficient operation of the power plant. The system includes the possibility of remote access via the Internet, which allows to monitor the operation of the equipment and configure it without the presence of specialists at the facility.

4
GT Energo JSC
Russia, Moscow

Unified control system for the operability of power units

GT Energo's energy facilities are located in 15 regions of Russia, providing energy supply to industrial enterprises and the population. Effective management of such facilities requires fundamentally new digital solutions. This solution was the introduction of a single software platform that integrates all stages of the energy facility's operation into an end-to-end digital chain. For the first time in domestic practice, the development closes the full life cycle of power unit management - from a technological event to the introduction of corrective measures and the systematization of experience. This allows to move from responding to incidents to actively preventing them.

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CADWY PJSC
Russia, Kaluga

Gas turbine power plant GTPP AG60 ST400 with a capacity of 60 kW

This is the fourth station in the line of new gas turbine power plants produced by CADWY PJSC assembled on the basis of an updated gas turbine electric unit of its own production. The work on the formation of the new product included work on the introduction of additive technologies: the development of a heat recovery unit using additive printing; changing the geometry of the nozzle unit with a new configuration of the flow part; the introduction of new heat-protective coatings of the turbine blade.

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RusHydro PJSC
Russia, Krasnoyarsk

Development of hydrogen storage technology for use in the AGEC in the village of Novikovo, Sakhalin region

One of the promising areas of energy development is the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier. Hydrogen technologies are already widely used in the world practice. The “RusHydro” group's specialists are also working in this area, including at the AGEC site in Novikovo village. A hydrogen storage device has been installed to efficiently use the excess electricity produced by wind turbines at night. Hydrogen is produced by electrolysis using the "clean" energy of wind turbines during the hours of minimal load. This closed-loop process makes it possible to create an energy-intensive storage device that allows you to enter into the processes of maintaining operating parameters in an isolated network.

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DVS ENERGIYA LLC
Russia, Leningrad

Development and production of GPP based on the domestic YAMZ engine with the introduction of Russian software

In 2025 “DVS ENERGIYA” company first in Russia conducted independent and the longest (more than 4,000 operating hours) tests in Russia of a 500 kW gas piston power plant based on an engine from the Yaroslavl Motor Plant (855 series) with a control panel with Russian proprietary software. As part of the import substitution work, the equipment has passed successful factory tests with the participation of the Gazprom PJSC commission, confirming its characteristics, which are recognized as competitive to foreign analogues. During the pilot factory operation of the GPP, the company implemented its own Russian ESN management software solutions. The first samples are already finding its consumers.

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AMAKS Engineering Company LLC
Russia, Moscow

Modernization of the control system for modular burners of foreign manufacture using AMAX-MG multiblocks with the Gorenje AMAKS manager at ABMK St. Petersburg

A large number of gas-using installations have problems with start-up and operation safety. The equipment is often physically and morally outdated, and boiler rooms operate in violation of current regulations. The events of recent years have further complicated the issues of repair and replacement of foreign-made products, and the task of import substitution comes first. Within this project, the task of ensuring independence from imported components and reliable operation of an automated TT-100 boiler at a block-modular boiler house in St. Petersburg required replacing the Dungs gas ramp and the Siemens gorenje manager with equipment included in the register of industrial products manufactured in the Russian Federation.

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Kaluga Turbine Plant PJSC
Russia, Kaluga

Development of a steam turbine generating unit with a capacity of up to 5 MW for a low-power nuclear power plant for the Arctic regions

The Strategy for the development of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation until 2035, aimed at the sustainable development of the region and strengthening national security, emphasizes the strategic importance of Arctic energy Projects, including Projects of low-power nuclear power plants (ASMM). According to the criteria of reliability, independence from the fuel component and environmental impact, ASMMS are the most attractive energy alternatives. Within this project, layout solutions for a steam turbine installation (PTU) with a capacity of up to 5 MW are presented, which is designed for operation in areas with a seismicity of up to 8 points and a maximum temperature range from minus 65 °C to plus 45 °C.

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Russian Electrotechnical Society LLC
Russia, Saint Petersburg

“SUNFLOWER” frequency converter with a capacity of 1 MW on IGBT modules with integrated remote control and monitoring system for solar power plants

The Sunflower frequency converter ensures the operation of solar power plants at the maximum power point. The control system of the proposed inverter implements an algorithm for tracking the maximum power of photovoltaic modules (Three-point-weight MPPT algorithm) using model predictive SES control in real time under various environmental parameters. The use of a multilevel converter based on the 3L –NPC topology proposed in the Project makes it possible to achieve a reduction in weight, size and cost.

11
Watts Battery LLC
Russia, Moscow

Watts Battery Modular Power Supply System

The Watts Battery power supply system developed by Russian engineers embodies a fundamentally new approach to energy consumption management and electricity redundancy. The system is a compact personal power plant based on lithium-ion batteries, which integrates all the necessary components for autonomous power supply in a single housing. Each module provides 1.5 kW of power with a capacity of 1.2 kWh and a weight of only 15 kg. The key innovation is the modular architecture of the system, which implements the principle of scalability similar to a LEGO constructor. Users can add modules to increase capacity, which allows the system to be adapted to any needs, from small country houses to commercial enterprises.

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Scientific and Production Enterprise EIS CJSC
Russia, Yekaterinburg

Ural Diesel Power Plant Control Controller

The Ural DES control controller is designed to perform the functions of continuous monitoring, automatic control, regulation and protection of diesel power plants. All software for the controller and its associated automated control system was developed by NPP EIS and is completely Russian. The PCB design was developed by the company's engineers, the assembly takes place in Yekaterinburg.  In October 2025, this development passed factory tests and is being used at the company's backup power plant, where it has shown its reliability in autonomous operation.

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Lomonosov Moscow State University, Research Laboratory of Renewable Energy Sources
Russia, Moscow

A sea-based sailing power plant that converts the energy flows of two media

An offshore sailing power plant has been developed, a catamaran with two masts and an integrated hydrogenator converts wind and sea flow energy. Electricity is transmitted to the consumer through a rotary contact buoy. The experiments confirmed the possibility of cyclic movement of the vessel along the arc of a circle and energy generation, and also revealed the need for automated steering for sustainable operation.

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5 nomination


«Investor of the Year in the field of small-scale distributed energy»

1
GT Energy JSC
Russia, Moscow

The program for the modernization of the heat supply infrastructure of the Velsky district of the Arkhangelsk region

GT Energy JSC is implementing a program to modernize heat supply in the Velsky district of the Arkhangelsk region, updating networks and boiler houses in Velsk and Kuloye. New gas-fired power plants have been built, heat losses have been reduced and year-round hot water supply has been provided without tariff increases. The project improves reliability and energy efficiency by showing a successful GPP format for small towns.

2
Energovector LLC
Russia, Chelyabinsk

Project "Energy of the Future" for Sigma company in Kopeysk, Chelyabinsk region

The Future Energy project for Sigma in Kopeisk helps the creation of a mini-thermal power plant based on a Cummins gas piston unit with a capacity of 250 kW. The solution reduces the cost of electricity for the enterprise, providing an annual economic effect of about 2 million rubles without investments from the customer. The implementation strengthens the energy sustainability of the agro-industrial complex.

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6 nomination


«Research and development in the field of small distributed energy»

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L.A. Melentiev Institute of Energy Systems, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Russia

Resource-saving and environmentally friendly technology of multi-stage gasification of wood waste

The resource-saving technology of multi-stage gasification of wood waste, developed by the L.A. Melentyev Institute of Energy Systems, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, ensures the production of a ground-free generator gas and the efficient operation of a mini-biomass thermal power plant. A prototype and hybrid power plant with FEP and internal combustion engine have been created, and the competitiveness of the solution for decentralized consumers has been confirmed. The project was awarded the BRICS Outstanding Project Award.

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RusHydro PJSC
Russia, Krasnoyarsk

Creation of an intelligent consumer microgrid using an energy router and inverters switched to the operation mode of a virtual synchronous machine

As part of NIOKR, RusHydro PJSC has created an intelligent microgrid with inverters operating in the virtual synchronous machine mode. The technology is based on programmatically changing the internal impedance of inverters, which makes it possible to dampen power fluctuations, stabilize frequency and voltage, and increase the reliability of isolated and temporarily dedicated networks. The solution provides an improvement in the quality of electricity without increasing the cost of automated process control systems and forms the basis for standard solutions for renewable energy microgrids.

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Lomonosov Moscow State University, Research Laboratory of Renewable Energy Sources
Russia, Moscow

Land-based sailing power plant

The experimental land-based sailing power plant is a system of platforms with steerable sails that converts wind energy into motion. A uniform wind generator, a new platform design and an accurate sail angle control system have been developed. Experiments have confirmed steady movement, the possibility of GPS control, and the prospects for improving the efficiency of sailing power plants as an alternative to traditional wind power.

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Yugorskaya Energy Company of the Decentralized Zone JSC
Russia, Khanty-Mansiyskiy Avtonomnyy Okrug

The system of mathematical modeling of the power balance distribution process of an autonomous hybrid energy complex

A system of mathematical modeling of the power balance distribution of an autonomous hybrid energy complex (AGEC) has been developed, which allows for precise configuration of diesel, solar generation and storage devices. The model takes into account climatic and network features, generates technical and economic indicators and optimizes the payback of projects. The solution, created based on the experience of operating real AGS of Yugra, has become a key tool for Projecting new energy facilities in decentralized zones.

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Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "National Research University "MEI"
Russia, Moscow

Decision-making system for managing the operation of the solar-diesel complex

The developed system for controlling the operating mode of the solar-diesel complex is a hardware and software complex that is modular in nature and implemented using freely distributed tools. The proposed solutions ensure optimal power distribution between the diesel power plant's DGU, reduce fuel costs, increase the technical reliability of power supply and the efficiency of the solar-diesel complex by 30%.

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Ural Federal University
Russia, Yekaterinburg

Investigation of the efficiency of facade solar power plants for Russian megacities

The study demonstrates the potential of facade solar power plants for Russian megacities, where there are no free territories for large solar power plants. A vertical station with a capacity of 70 kW was created at the UrFU building, which showed an annual generation of 67.6 MWh and cost reduction of more than 350 thousand rubles. The project proved that facade SES can increase the energy efficiency of buildings by 8-12% and have significant architectural potential.

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Noosphere JSC
Russia, Moscow

Production of equipment for power plants based on plastic waste

A unique technology for the autothermal gasification of plastic waste has been developed, allowing it to be converted into synthesis gas for electricity generation and fuel production. It is planned to create a pilot power plant with a capacity of 1 MW with a CRO turbine and a subsequent scalable range of installations up to 10 MW. The project solves the problem of plastic recycling and forms a new eco-friendly energy market.

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Innovatiks – SK LLC
Russia, Moscow

Technology of resonant transmission of electricity over single-wire and wireless lines

An innovative technology for resonant transmission of electricity over single-wire and wireless lines has been created, based on Tesla's ideas and developed under the guidance of Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences D.S. Strebkov. The systems provide record low losses of 1-2% and high transmission range. A unique solar technology with an efficiency of up to 85% and a durability of 50 years has also been developed.

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Viktor Shevchenko
Russia, Moscow

Special heating boiler "RPKTEK"

A unique thermal power equipment with a capacity of up to 5 MW has been developed, which has been confirmed by the tests of VTI OJSC. Stainless steel construction, seamless heat exchanger and 10-100% power control ensure high reliability and efficiency, which increases with reduced load. The equipment operates with natural traction and reduces the need for budget subsidies, making small heat sources cost-effective.

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Maria Savina
Russia, Syktyvkar

Ocean or sea wave energy of the shelf in a small Kaplan hydro turbine

A simple and efficient technology for generating sea wave energy for coastal infrastructure is proposed. The system combines a "farm" of wave pumps, a storage tank and a small Kaplan turbine that converts stored water into electricity. Composite pumps are easy to install, do not require electrics at sea, and scale to ensure low cost and high reliability.

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7 nomination


«Best information project in the field of small distributed energy»

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International Exhibition Company (IEC)
Russia, Moscow

Heat&Power – international exhibition of equipment and solutions for small-scale energy

Distributed energy in Russia is one of the key industries facing the challenges of import substitution, technological independence, and energy efficiency improvements. At the same time, the market is experiencing a shortage of systematic professional communication platforms for equipment manufacturers, consumers and investors. Heat&Power project aims to bridge this gap through a comprehensive communication strategy. In 2025, the exhibition celebrated its 10th anniversary, with 62 companies participating in the event. The exhibition implemented new solutions: it introduced the sections "Repair and maintenance" and "Mining Infrastructure"; it launched the mobile TV studio "Energy of the Ether. Live TV"; conducted tours of the mining infrastructure; introduced Telegram as the main media channel with its own visual style, etc.

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Zavod PSM LLC
Russia, Yaroslavl

The Fifth PSM International Engineering Forum

The Russian industry is facing the challenges of importing components under sanctions and the need to ensure the country's energy independence. The Fifth PSM International Engineering Forum has become a response to these challenges — an open platform for the exchange of experience and demonstration of domestic solutions in the field of distributed generation. The event brought together representatives of more than 100 companies from key industries for an honest dialogue. The Forum demonstrated cutting-edge projects: from the first low-power nuclear power plant in the Arctic to the largest LNG production plant.; He has formed a positive perception of the industry as an active community; he has contributed to the creation of an expert field where current challenges of small-scale energy in Russia are discussed. Within the framework of the forum, many creative solutions were implemented (from a costumed invitation video to the grand opening of the second stage of the PSM plant), which fully revealed the forum's motto: "Interesting, honest, with drive."

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GT Energo JSC
Russia, Moscow

A series of familiarization tours to the generation facilities of JSC GT Energo

To promote facilities and technical solutions in the field of small-scale distributed energy, GT Energo JSC regularly organized a series of familiarization tours of the company's facilities for residents of various regions of Russia and the professional community. Among the participants of the excursions are industry experts, representatives of government authorities and the media, schoolchildren and students. This communication format allowed not only to popularize the facilities and technical solutions of GT Energo JSC, but also to increase the prestige of the domestic turbine industry in general to strengthen the technological sovereignty of the country.; using a real example of a small-scale energy facility, show its great role in the Russian energy system; become part of the systematic work on the formation of a personnel reserve for the energy industry.

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Transneftenergo JSC
Russia, Moscow

The tale of the "Energy Monopoly Game"

The fairy tale "Energy Monopoly Games" is a creative communication project that made it possible to show in an easy and ironic way the path of a customer of the energy system from the emergence of a need for electricity to receiving a service. All the barriers faced by the company's power engineer are shown through simple and understandable images. One of the key conclusions of the fairy tale is that for the development of the entire energy system, the customer must have a choice. The power engineers of enterprises must find solutions in the most difficult situations. And self–generation is one such solution. For the first time, the fairy tale was presented at the III annual conference "Energy for Consumers: Challenges, Resources, Strategies". The tale continues.

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Zavod PSM LLC
Russia, Yaroslavl

Telegram channel "PSM-Bear"

PSM-Bear — is a telegram channel of Andrey Medvedev, co-founder and CEO of PSM company. Andrey started the business in 2005, when manufacturing in Russia was unfashionable and not always promising. In 20 years, his Company has grown from a small assembly plant to three modern plants, becoming one of the leaders in the Russian distributed energy market. The entrepreneur's personal experience, immersed in technical and industry issues, quickly attracted attention. In his blog, Andrey honestly talks not only about energy engineering, but also about business, management, economics and IT in general. Thanks to its broad subject matter, the PSM-Bear channel has managed to attract a wide audience: today the channel has more than 11,000 readers. Looking at the context of economic, political and social factors creates an objective understanding of the situation in small-scale energy.

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KLYUCH Communication Agency
Russia, Moscow

Gas&Money – portal about the development of the fuel and energy complex in Russia and the world

The Gas&Money project was created based on the Lomonosov Moscow State University School of Oil and Gas Journalism in 2019 and continues to operate to this day. The authors of the materials were previously students and graduates of the faculty, now they are leading industry experts. The main goal of the Project is to inform a wide audience about the development of the fuel and energy complex in Russia and the world in an accessible but professional way. MediaProject focuses on the quality and sustainability of energy supply. One of the main directions here is small energy. The project highlights successful small-scale energy implementation practices in Russia and beyond in order to raise public awareness of its capabilities. Since the beginning of its foundation, the Gas&Money team has managed to launch more than 100 publications per month, attract over 9,000 subscribers to the Telegram channel, and gather a total audience of 50,000 readers per month.

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Igor Artemenko
Russia, Lyublino

GARINISCH hydrogen technology

GARINISCH hydrogen technology –  is the communication ecosystem of blogger Igor Artemenko, combining the telegram channel, VKontakte, Rutube, Zen and aimed at popularizing hydrogen energy. The author of the Project has been developing hydrogen technologies for more than 4 years, conducting experiments and sharing his knowledge and experience with the audience.: Today, she has more than 200,000 subscribers, and the author's videos are watched more than a million times a month. The main purpose of the Project is to acquaint viewers with advanced achievements in the field of hydrogen energy, the experience of domestic companies and research institutes.; it is simple and accessible to talk about complex Projects and developments in the field of hydrogen generation as one of the directions of small distributed energy.

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System consulting LLC
Russia, Moscow

“Regional Energy and Energy Conservation” Magazine

“Regional Energy and Energy Conservation”  has been published since 2011 and covers the development of the electric power industry, energy conservation and energy efficiency improvement. A special place in the editorial policy of the publication is devoted to the development of small-scale distributed energy: materials are regularly published on both theoretical aspects of the industry and practical issues related to the introduction of hybrid energy complexes, the development of renewable energy generation, and the use of energy storage systems. Since 2024, a special issue of the magazine "The Far East and the Arctic: Sustainable Development" has been published, in which the topic of distributed generation development is given a key place.

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Elec.ru
Russia, Velikiye Luki

Electrotechnical portal Elec.ru

Electrotechnical portal Elec.ru -  is a specialized mass media of the Russian Federation, founded in 2001. Today, the project is the largest multidisciplinary media resource aimed at professionals in the field of electrical engineering and related industries. One of the key goals of the portal is to popularize small-scale distributed energy through the publication of author's expert publications. The website provides up-to-date information about the latest technologies, innovative solutions and successful projects in this field. Elec.ru highlights key trends and prospects for the development of distributed energy, helping to raise readers' awareness, stimulate interest in innovation and provide opportunities for the exchange of experience between market participants.

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Oleg Fomin
Russia, Moscow

“TAC-TOC” YouTube-channal

“TAC-TOC” - It is an independent media channel, a unique discussion platform for representatives of the energy industry. The authors of the project cover developments in the markets of traditional energy sources, follow industry trends, and talk about the development of small-scale distributed and renewable energy.  The channel's host Oleg Fomin, an oil and gas market analyst with extensive experience, invites the best industry experts to his program once a month. TAC-TOC has already established itself as an authoritative source of information in the industry. The YouTube channel has 17,000 subscribers. The project is also developing on other platforms - VKvideo, Rutube and Telegram.


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