“The recent tragedy at the Sayano-Shushenskaya electric power station reminded us how cautious we must be while dealing with infrastructure security. Operating without accidents and meeting the demands of the economy and ordinary people are the main criteria by which we must evaluate the effectiveness of an energy system. Clearly, this can be achieved by thoroughly modernising electric power stations and distribution networks, and refurbishing obsolete facilities with reliable cutting-edge and high-capacity equipment.”
Vladimir Putin At a meeting of the Government Presidium