Natural-Economic Condition of the Republic of Buryatia Using the Concept of Ecological-Economic Balance

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to characterise the state of environmental tension of the territory of the Republic of Buryatia on the basis of the methodology of the ecological-economic balance, which will allow further taking into account the results of this work to develop a strategy for socio-economic development of the region. Materials and methods. To achieve this purpose, the article considers the current state of economic activity in the Republic of Buryatia and assesses the state on the basis of the concept of ecological-economic balance. This assessment takes into account data on the main categories of land use characterised by diff erent degrees of anthropogenic load. Results and discussion. Calculations of such indicators as the coeffi cients of relative and absolute tension, as well as natural protection of the territory were carried out. The results of the assessment revealed that there is insignifi cant tension on the territory of the republic, which can be solved by implementing a number of measures to achieve sustainable development. Conclusions. The current state of economic activity and assessment of the ecological-economic balance of the Republic of Buryatia revealed the lack of balance between economic and economic activity. However, the results are not negative or unfavourable.