PNNL

Abstract

The paper assesses options and challenges of reducing black carbon emissions from diesel vehicles in Russia. BC emissions have adverse health impacts, causing cardiopulmonary disease and lung cancer. BC is also a large climate forcer and has a particularly pronounced impact in the Arctic. Since Russia makes up a large part of the Arctic, black carbon emissions from Russian diesel sources affect not only the Russian part of the Arctic but also contribute to overall pollution. This paper analyzes current standards for vehicles and fuel, evaluates policies for emission reductions from the existing diesel vehicle fleet, and assesses Russia’s attempts to encourage the use of natural gas as a vehicle fuel. Based on best practices of emission reductions in Arctic nations, this paper provides a number of policy recommendations for Russia.