Factors of premises for forming of hydro-carbon mining centers on the territory of Eastern Siberia are determined. The ways of forming and developing of these centers are suggested. Economic efficiency of gas resources of Eastern Siberia of hydro-carbon mining centers is defined. The potential gas mining forecast for the period up to 2030 is given.
This paper justifies advisability of marine oil and gas field development, which is envisaged by the Russian Energy Strategy up to the Year 2020. The Sakhalin Shelf of the Okhotsk Sea is proved to be one of the most promising regions to develop. The marine raw-material base of Sakhalin is described. Results of analyzing engineering development of marine deposits are given. Results of economic assessment of already discovered oil and gas fields are stated.