ИСТИНА

The study reflects an integrated approach to assessing the efforts of Russian regional authorities in the area of sustainable development. A quantitative sustainability indicator is calculated for each Russian region based on the methodology of generalized modified principal component analysis, which was approved by the authors' previous studies. This approach helps to avoid expert assessments when building a rating. All data for the indicator’s calculation is taken from official statistics. The principal component loadings are calculated for 85 regions. The rating considers a number of indicators, which are grouped in 3 subsets (pillars), which reflect certain signs of regional sustainability (economic, social and environmental). The research lays the foundation for regular analysis of economic growth, social policy and environmental responsibility, and their dynamics in the Russian regions. The rating is designed to meet the need to assess the current state and potential of sustainability in Russian regions and can serve to improve regional environmental, social and economic policies.