DH Infrastructure's work included: 1.) Conducted a literature review of relevant studies/papers and data collection on energy efficiency situation in various sub-sectors; 2.) Researched current and planned energy efficiency policies and initiatives in Russia; 3.) Collected data on the costs and benefits of potential government policies or other initiatives to improve energy efficiency in Russia; 4.) Analyzed the data to estimate the net benefits of various energy efficiency policies or initiatives; 5.) Ranked those areas of potential improvement that would have the greatest importance and value to Russia; 6.) Recommended a concrete plan of action for Russian policymakers, local authorities, multi-lateral lenders, and the private sector to support improvements in energy efficiency in the areas identified above as priorities.