The article discusses the main directions of transition to «green economy», the conditions and challenges associated with this transition in Russia. The main features of the natural resource capital of Russia and its global significance are studied. The improved energy efficiency as the most important condition for the transition to «green economy» and the importance of public instruments for environmental management are stated.
green economy, sustainable development, reducing energy and nature intensity of the economy, natural capital, ecosystems of Russia, protected areas, de-industrialization, increase of energy efficiency.