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Russian Regions Push Remote Work, Limit Driving Amid Energy Crunch

7/10/2026

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Olga Krylova and Konstantin Khalzov issued decrees in Tomsk and Novosibirsk urging remote work and limiting travel to conserve energy.
Olga Krylova advised officials to plan trips selectively and hold meetings online.
Konstantin Khalzov signed a decree recommending businesses allow remote work except for essential workers.
Cars queued at a Rosneft station in Moscow on June 27, 2026 as local governments urged citizens to limit private-vehicle use amid fuel-supply strain.

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Olga Krylova and Konstantin Khalzov issued decrees in Tomsk and Novosibirsk urging remote work and limiting travel to conserve energy.
Olga Krylova advised officials to plan trips selectively and hold meetings online.
Konstantin Khalzov signed a decree recommending businesses allow remote work except for essential workers.
Cars queued at a Rosneft station in Moscow on June 27, 2026 as local governments urged citizens to limit private-vehicle use amid fuel-supply strain.